Vol. 51 No. 1 (2025): Journal of Indian Education
Articles

Impact of Self-regulation and Self-efficacy on Academic Success Among School Students

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  • Mahaavitha M,
  • P Nivenitha
Mahaavitha M
Student, Counselling Psychology (M.Sc., II Year), Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu
P Nivenitha
Assistant Professor, Counselling Psychology, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu

Published 2026-07-15

Keywords

  • Self-efficacy,
  • Academic Success,
  • Gender Differences,
  • Self-regulation

How to Cite

M, M., & Nivenitha, P. (2026). Impact of Self-regulation and Self-efficacy on Academic Success Among School Students. JOURNAL OF INDIAN EDUCATION, 51(1), p.133-140. https://ejournals.ncert.gov.in/index.php/jie/article/view/5606

Abstract

Self-regulation refers to an individual’s capacity to manage behaviour, thoughts, and emotions, while self-efficacy denotes belief in one’s ability to achieve specific goals. Academic success is a key indicator of future educational and career opportunities. This study examined the influence of self-regulation and self-efficacy on academic success among school students.

A sample of 212 students (103 males and 109 females), aged 12–18 years, from Kelambakkam participated in the study using convenience sampling. Data were collected using the General Self-efficacy Scale (Schwarzer et al.) and the Short Self-regulation Questionnaire (Carey et al.). Pearson’s correlation and independent samples t-tests were used for data analysis.

Findings revealed a significant positive relationship between self-regulation and academic success, while self-efficacy showed no significant correlation with academic success. No significant gender differences were observed in self-efficacy, self-regulation, or academic success.

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