Organizational culture represents the shared values, beliefs, norms and practices that influence how employees think, behave and perform within an organization. This research paper examines the impact of organizational culture on employee performance and explains how communication, leadership, teamwork, recognition, employee involvement, learning and adaptability can influence work outcomes. The study adopts a descriptive and analytical research approach based on primary and secondary sources. For illustration, an employee survey framework is presented using a five-point Likert scale; the numerical analysis is indicative and should be replaced with actual field data when the study is conducted. The paper argues that a supportive and performance-oriented culture can improve motivation, job satisfaction, commitment, productivity and quality of work, whereas a rigid or poorly communicated culture may create stress, resistance to change, conflict and lower performance. The study concludes that organizations should build a culture based on trust, fairness, open communication, continuous learning, recognition and employee participation.

Neha Haribhau Darunde, Dr. Atul Tekade, "Impact of Organizational Culture on Employee Performance" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(5): Page(1787-1794) September - October 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.