About the Passing Marks Calculator
Marks needed to pass, and how far above or below the pass mark you are.
Also known as: pass mark calculator, minimum marks to pass, do i pass, pass percentage.
How to use this calculator
- Enter total marks, pass percentage, marks obtained, grace marks allowed.
- The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
- Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
- Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.
Formula
passing marks = pass percentage × total marks
Worked example
Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:
- Total marks = 100
- Pass percentage = 40 %
- Marks obtained = 38
- Grace marks allowed = 0 %
the calculator returns:
- Passing marks needed: 40
- Result: Fail
- Short by: 2 marks
- Your percentage: 38%