Bangladesh grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Bangladesh grade (Bangladeshi percentage/GPA grading) maps onto the Dutch 1–10 scale, then check the full table below.
Type your grade above to see the indicative Dutch equivalent.
Indicative only. Official conversion requires a credential evaluation.
Bangladesh → Dutch grade conversion table
Bangladesh commonly uses percentage marks with letter grades and grade points; in higher education the UGC uniform scheme runs from A+ at 80%+ to F below 40%. The usual higher-education pass threshold is 40% (D/2.0), while secondary board exams use D at 33-39% as the minimum pass.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| A+ / Excellent (80-100%) | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| A / Very good (75-79%) | 7.5–8.0 | very good |
| A- / Good (70-74%) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| B+ / Satisfactory (65-69%) | 6.5–7.0 | satisfactory |
| B / Sufficient (60-64%) | 6.0–6.5 | satisfactory |
| B- to C+ / Sufficient (50-59%) | 5.8–6.2 | pass |
| C to D / minimum pass (40-49%) | 5.5–5.8 | pass |
| F / Fail (below 40%) | 1.0–5.4 | fail |
How the Dutch 1–10 scale works
Dutch grades run from 1 to 10, with 5.5 the minimum pass. Most grades fall between 6 and 8; a 9 is rare and a 10 is almost never awarded. Read more in our Dutch grading system guide.
Will my grades be good enough?
For Dutch admission, credential level is assessed separately from grades: Nuffic compares a Higher Secondary Certificate generally to HAVO, while an honours bachelor may compare to an HBO bachelor or 2 years of WO depending on programme content. Competitive Dutch programmes normally look for grades well above the minimum pass, often in the A-/B+ range or stronger for selective master's admission.
Important: this is indicative only
These conversions are estimates. An official grade conversion requires a formal credential evaluation, and each university makes its own admission decision. See our credential evaluation and ECTS credits guides.
Frequently asked questions
What is a passing grade in the Dutch system?
The Netherlands uses a 1–10 scale where 5.5 is the minimum pass. Grades cluster between 6 and 8; a 9 is rare and a 10 is almost never awarded.
How do Bangladesh grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Bangladesh commonly uses percentage marks with letter grades and grade points; in higher education the UGC uniform scheme runs from A+ at 80%+ to F below 40%. The usual higher-education pass threshold is 40% (D/2.0), while secondary board exams use D at 33-39% as the minimum pass. The table on this page maps each band of the Bangladeshi percentage/GPA grading system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Bangladesh?
For Dutch admission, credential level is assessed separately from grades: Nuffic compares a Higher Secondary Certificate generally to HAVO, while an honours bachelor may compare to an HBO bachelor or 2 years of WO depending on programme content. Competitive Dutch programmes normally look for grades well above the minimum pass, often in the A-/B+ range or stronger for selective master's admission.
Is this conversion official?
No. These figures are indicative. An official conversion requires a credential evaluation — see our credential-evaluation guide. Universities make the final decision.
What is the highest band (A+ / Excellent (80-100%)) worth in Dutch grades?
A A+ / Excellent (80-100%) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: Nuffic — Bangladesh: Grades and study results — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/bangladesh/grades-and-study-results; Nuffic — Bangladesh: Level of diplomas — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/bangladesh/level-of-diplomas; Nuffic — Bangladesh: Higher education — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/bangladesh/higher-education