The Impact of Academic Pressure on Mental Health and Stress Levels Among Undergraduate Students in Bangalore: An Empirical Study

Abstract

Most studies on academic stress in India centre on professional courses. Yet learners in standard three-year bachelor's degrees - especially those pursuing Arts, Science, Commerce, or BBA - are dealing with rising emotional strain. In cities such as Bangalore, education now runs alongside a relentless drive to achieve. Students outside specialized fields must juggle coursework while racing to build resumes, stand out early, and support themselves financially - pressures that chip away at mental resilience. Because of this shift, understanding how academic demands affect stress and psychological state among undergraduates in Bangalore becomes necessary. Data were collected using a fixed-format survey distributed widely among degree seekers across subjects, forming a numerical snapshot tied to current conditions. From surveys came measures of stress, mental health struggles, and demands tied to schoolwork, captured through established tools. Analysis followed, relying on averages, patterns across variables, consistency checks, and modeling links among factors. What emerged was a clear trend: as academic strain increased, so did reports of poor mental health and elevated stress. Findings suggest those facing heavier school pressures tend to experience greater emotional burden. These insights could guide teachers, policymakers, and schools when shaping efforts aimed at easing student load. With growing need, support systems - like skill coaching and coping strategies should become regular parts of campus life, shifting focus from grades alone toward overall wellness.