What percentage do I need in my degree?
Short answer
Commonly 50% aggregate, often relaxed to 45% for reserved categories. It varies by institution.
The 50% figure is the most common requirement for postgraduate admission in India, but it is set by each institution rather than centrally.
Aggregate means across the whole programme, not your best semester.
What to check
- Read the institution’s own eligibility page for the exact figure.
- If you are marginally below, ask directly — some institutions consider work experience.