Self-esteem is an important psychological factor that may influence adolescents' academic motivation, engagement, confidence, and achievement. During adolescence, students experience significant emotional, social, and academic changes, making a healthy sense of self-worth particularly relevant to educational development. This review examines the relationship between self-esteem and academic achievement among adolescents. The available literature suggests that positive self-esteem may be associated with greater academic motivation, classroom participation, persistence, and confidence in learning, while low self-esteem may contribute to fear of failure, reduced motivation, and academic difficulties. However, the relationship is complex and may also be influenced by family support, peer relationships, school environment, socioeconomic conditions, and previous academic experiences. The review highlights the importance of supportive educational environments that strengthen students' self-confidence and positive self-perceptions. Further research using longitudinal designs is recommended to clarify the direction of the relationship between self-esteem and academic achievement

Dipendra Nath Subedi, Dr. Rajesh Arora,"Role of Self-Esteem in Academic Achievement among Adolescents: A Review" International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Educational Development, V2(5): Page(146-152) September - October 2026. ISSN: 3107-6513. www.ijamred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.