Prevalence of Stress Level in Engineering Students Across Ahmedabad – A Cross-Sectional Study

BACKGROUND: Stress is a huge problem for many university students, especially those studying challenging fields like engineering. Engineering students often deal with intense pressure, which can take a toll on their health and make it harder for them to do well in their studies. Despite the growing recognition of this issue, limited research has been conducted on the prevalence of stress levels specifically within the context of engineering students in Ahmedabad. Understanding the prevalence of stress levels in this population is crucial for developing effective support systems. OBJECTIVES: To find the prevalence of stress levels among engineering students in Ahmedabad, using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10). METHODOLOGY: Data was collected through Google Forms from 100 engineering students. The data was then analyzed using MS Excel 2010 to categorize stress levels into three categories: low stress, moderate stress, and high stress. RESULTS: The study found that 83% of the engineering students experienced moderate stress, 8% experienced high stress, and 9% experienced low stress levels. CONCLUSION: The majority of engineering students in Ahmedabad exhibited moderate levels of perceived stress. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions and support systems to address the mental health and well-being of this population. Keywords: Stress level, Engineering Students, Ahmedabad