International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

Academic learned helplessness refers to a psychological state in which students feel powerless in academic situations due to repeated failures. This study looks at the connection between undergraduate students' academic motivation and academic learned helplessness at a private university. Assessing motivation and learned helplessness levels as well as examining the relationships between these variables were the goals. A quantitative research approach was used, and standardized tools were used to gather data. To interpret the data, statistical methods such chi-square testing, correlation, and percentage analysis were used. The results show that a significant percentage of pupils have moderate degrees of academic learned helplessness. Learned helplessness and academic motivation were found to be significantly correlated negatively, suggesting that greater helplessness is linked to lower motivation. The study emphasizes the value of prompt academic and psychological interventions to boost students' self-esteem, fortitude, and interest in their studies, creating a nurturing learning environment that encourages self-motivation.

Ms.K.S.Swetha Priya, Dr.L.Esther Shalini,"Academic Learned Helplessness and Academic Motivation Among College Students in a Private Institution" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(1): Page(2166-2168) Jan-Feb 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.