NAAC A++, A+ and A Grades Explained: What They Mean for Your Degree

What is NAAC?

The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) assesses higher education institutions in India. NAAC accreditation is a quality certificate — it tells you how good a university actually is.

NAAC Grading Scale

• A++ (CGPA 3.51–4.00) — Highest quality, internationally competitive
• A+ (CGPA 3.26–3.50) — Excellent, top-tier institution
• A (CGPA 3.01–3.25) — Very good, well-established university
• B++ (CGPA 2.51–3.00) — Good quality
• B+ and below — Average institutions

Does NAAC Grade Affect Degree Value?

Yes, significantly. Employers give more weight to degrees from NAAC A++ and A+ universities. For government jobs and higher education admissions, a higher NAAC grade means more credibility.

Top NAAC Accredited Online Universities

• Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham — NAAC A++ (NIRF Rank 7)
• Manipal University Jaipur — NAAC A+
• VIT Vellore — NAAC A++
• Amity University Online — NAAC A+
• NMIMS (SVKM) — NAAC A+