India grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a India grade (Percentage / CGPA (10-point)) 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.
India → Dutch grade conversion table
India commonly uses percentage marks or a 10-point CGPA; the pass mark is typically 33-40%.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Distinction (75-100%) | 8.0–8.5 | very good |
| First Division (60-74%) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| Second Division (50-59%) | 6.0–6.5 | satisfactory |
| Third Division / Pass (40-49%) | 5.5–6.0 | pass |
| Fail (below 40%) | 1.0–5.0 | 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?
Dutch universities generally expect a First Division (~60%+, CGPA ~6.5+) for bachelor admission; competitive master programmes expect higher.
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 India grades convert to the Dutch scale?
India commonly uses percentage marks or a 10-point CGPA; the pass mark is typically 33-40%. The table on this page maps each band of the Percentage / CGPA (10-point) system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from India?
Dutch universities generally expect a First Division (~60%+, CGPA ~6.5+) for bachelor admission; competitive master programmes expect higher.
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 (Distinction (75-100%)) worth in Dutch grades?
A Distinction (75-100%) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (very good).
Sources: Nuffic - education system India; WES - India grade conversion