How is NTU GPA calculated?

NTU GPA is the **credit-weighted average of grade points across all graded modules**: (Σ grade point × AU) ÷ Σ AU. The 5.0 scale assigns A+/A = 5.0, A- = 4.5, B+ = 4.0, B = 3.5, B- = 3.0, C+ = 2.5, C = 2.0, D+ = 1.5, D = 1.0, F = 0.0. Most NTU modules carry 3 AUs; project / capstone / FYP modules may carry 4–6 AUs. Pass/Fail modules don't enter the GPA calculation.

What GPA do I need for First Class Honours at NTU?

NTU uses **Honours (Highest Distinction) for CGPA ≥4.50** on the 5.0 scale — equivalent to a First Class Honours at most international universities. The next tier is **Honours (Distinction) at CGPA ≥4.00** (Second Upper). Honours (Merit) requires CGPA ≥3.50 (Second Lower), and plain Honours requires CGPA ≥3.00 (Third Class). Specific NTU schools may have additional thresholds — confirm with your faculty handbook.

Is NTU GPA the same as NUS GPA?

Mathematically yes — both use the same 5.0 scale with identical grade-to-point mappings and the same credit-weighting formula. The two universities calibrate to similar grade distributions, so a 4.20 at NTU is interpretable as roughly equivalent to a 4.20 at NUS. SMU is different: SMU moved to a **4.0 cap (from 4.3)** effective AY2022/23, so a 4.0 at SMU is the top grade — not a B+ as at NTU/NUS.

How is NTU GPA different from CAP?

CAP (Cumulative Average Point) was the older NUS term — NUS renamed it GPA in 2020 to align with international convention. NTU has always used GPA. The mathematical calculation is identical. If your transcript says CAP, it's the same number on the same 5.0 scale as a current GPA.

Do failed and re-taken modules affect NTU GPA?

Yes. A failed module (F = 0.0 grade point) **does** enter the CGPA calculation. If you re-take and pass, the new grade replaces the old in the GPA computation under NTU's grade-replacement policy — but the F may still appear on the transcript with an annotation. Repeated failed modules can have lasting GPA impact even after re-take. Check your school's specific grade-replacement rules.

When are NTU exam schedules and grade releases?

NTU operates a 2-semester academic year: Semester 1 runs August to December (exams late November / early December, grades released mid-late December), Semester 2 runs January to May (exams late April / early May, grades released mid-late May). Special Term (June–July) is shorter and exam dates compress accordingly. The exact dates are published on the NTU Academic Calendar at ntu.edu.sg each year.

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NTU GPA Calculator + Singapore Honours Classification Guide 2026

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NTU uses a 5.0 GPA scale (A+/A = 5.0, A- = 4.5, B+ = 4.0, etc.) with credit weighting by Academic Units (AUs). Honours classifications: Highest Distinction ≥4.50, Distinction ≥4.00, Merit ≥3.50, Honours ≥3.00. Compare with NUS (5.0 scale) and SMU (4.0 scale since AY2022/23).

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NTU uses a 5.0 GPA scale. A+ and A both award 5.0 grade points, A- = 4.5, B+ = 4.0, B = 3.5, B- = 3.0, C+ = 2.5, C = 2.0, D+ = 1.5, D = 1.0, F = 0.0. Your CGPA is the credit-weighted average across all graded modules: (Σ grade point × Academic Units) ÷ Σ AU. Honours classifications: Highest Distinction ≥4.50, Distinction ≥4.00, Merit ≥3.50, Honours ≥3.00.

Use the NTU GPA Calculator to compute your current CGPA or model what grades you need to hit a target.

NTU GPA scale (2026)

Grade	Grade Point	Mark range (typical)
A+	5.0	85–100
A	5.0	80–84
A-	4.5	75–79
B+	4.0	70–74
B	3.5	65–69
B-	3.0	60–64
C+	2.5	55–59
C	2.0	50–54
D+	1.5	45–49
D	1.0	40–44
F	0.0	< 40
S	(no grade point, not counted)	Satisfactory pass under S/U scheme
U	(no grade point, not counted)	Unsatisfactory under S/U

S/U option lets students elect to take selected modules on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis instead of a letter grade — useful for breadth electives where a strong grade isn't critical. S/U modules don't affect CGPA but still count toward graduation credits.

How NTU GPA is calculated

Formula: CGPA = Σ (grade point × AU) ÷ Σ AU

Worked example for a Year 1 Semester 1 student:

Module	Grade	Grade Point	AU	Grade Point × AU
MH1810 Mathematics	A	5.0	3	15.0
CZ1101 Software Lab	A-	4.5	3	13.5
HW0205 Communication	B+	4.0	3	12.0
MH1812 Discrete Maths	B	3.5	3	10.5
CC0001 Inquiry & Communicating	A	5.0	3	15.0
Total			15	66.0

CGPA = 66.0 ÷ 15 = 4.40 (Distinction tier)

This student would need to average roughly A- across remaining semesters to maintain Distinction, or push closer to A consistently to climb into Highest Distinction territory.

Honours classifications at NTU

Classification	CGPA threshold	Equivalent to
Honours (Highest Distinction)	≥ 4.50	First Class Honours
Honours (Distinction)	≥ 4.00	Second Upper Honours
Honours (Merit)	≥ 3.50	Second Lower Honours
Honours	≥ 3.00	Third Class Honours
Pass with Merit	≥ 2.50	(where applicable)
Pass	≥ 2.00	Plain Bachelor's degree

The 4.50 First Class threshold is the most-cited number in the system because it's the cutoff for most prestigious career tracks (consulting, banking, civil service scholarships). Distinction (4.00) is the practical floor for most competitive masters and PhD applications.

Some NTU schools (e.g. Renaissance Engineering Programme, ASE) apply additional graduation requirements beyond the CGPA cutoff — confirm with your faculty handbook.

NTU vs NUS vs SMU GPA — quick comparison

University	Scale	First Class threshold	Notes
NTU	5.0	4.50 (Highest Distinction)	A+ and A both = 5.0
NUS	5.0	4.50 (First Class Honours)	Identical scale; CAP renamed to GPA in 2020
SMU	4.0 (since AY2022/23)	3.80 (Summa Cum Laude)	Moved from 4.3 cap; verify current cum laude thresholds
SUTD	5.0	varies by programme	Similar to NUS/NTU
SUSS	5.0	varies	Similar scale

The key recruiter-relevant insight: a 4.0 at NTU is mid-tier (B+ equivalent), but a 4.0 at SMU is the TOP grade. Always state the scale on resumes (e.g. "GPA 4.40 / 5.0") and include the honours classification, which translates across systems.

See our NUS vs NTU vs SMU GPA Compared 2026 article for a deeper breakdown.

Strategies for improving NTU CGPA

1. Maximise grade point on high-AU modules. A 5-AU FYP or 4-AU capstone is worth ~1.5× a standard 3-AU module. Allocating an extra week of effort on the high-AU module can yield bigger GPA gains than rescuing a borderline 3-AU class.

2. Use S/U strategically. NTU's Grade Free Year (Year 1) and the S/U Declaration windows let you take modules without grade impact. Use S/U on modules you're unsure of, but be careful: S/U-ing a module means the AU still counts but doesn't help CGPA. Only S/U if you anticipate scoring below your current CGPA.

3. Plan elective module choice around grading patterns. Some modules cluster grades around A-/B+; others have wider distributions with more A and F. NTU doesn't publish grade distributions publicly, but module-review platforms (NTU Reddit, course reviews) often surface these patterns.

4. Retake failed modules promptly. F = 0.0 grade point hurts CGPA disproportionately. Retaking under the grade-replacement policy restores the GPA impact (though the F may remain on transcript).

5. Manage exam-cluster timing. NTU's final-exam window (~3 weeks) often clusters 3–4 finals in a single week. Front-load revision on the cluster's heaviest week to avoid the late-week energy drop.

Sources

NTU — Grade Point Average framework and Honours Classifications
NTU — Academic Calendar (semester dates, exam weeks)
NTU — S/U Option policy
Audit #7 (MOE / Education, May 2026) — Perplexity Deep Research verification against autonomous-university grading policies