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Marks Percentage Calculator

Percentage from marks obtained and total marks, with the grade and pass status.

Enter values

Results update as you type.

Result

Percentage

85%

Grade
B
Result
Pass
Marks lost
75
Marks needed to pass
0
Marks needed for 90%
25
Grade points (4.0 scale)
3
Step-by-stepShow
  1. 425 ÷ 500 = 0.85
  2. × 100 = 85%

About the Marks Percentage Calculator

Turning marks into a percentage is a single division, but what you usually want alongside it is the grade band, whether it is a pass, and how many marks separate you from the next grade. This calculator gives all of that at once.

Also known as: percentage of marks, marks to percentage, score percentage calculator, exam percentage.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter marks obtained, total marks, pass mark.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
  3. Open “Step-by-step” to see how the answer was worked out.
  4. Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.

Formula

percentage = marks obtained ÷ total marks × 100

Worked example

Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:

  • Marks obtained = 425
  • Total marks = 500
  • Pass mark = 40 %

the calculator returns:

  • Percentage: 85%
  • Grade: B
  • Result: Pass
  • Marks lost: 75

Working

  1. 425 ÷ 500 = 0.85
  2. × 100 = 85%

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate the percentage of marks?

Divide the marks you scored by the total available and multiply by 100.

Does this work across several subjects?

Yes — add up all the marks obtained and all the totals, then divide. That gives the correct overall percentage.