Emotional Intelligence and Self-Confidence Among College Students in Mizoram

Abstract

This study focuses on determining the emotional intelligence and self-confidence of college students in Champhai district, Mizoram. The study was carried out in a descriptive method. Emotional Intelligence Scale developed by Dr. Arjun Kumar Singh and Dr. Shruti Narain was used to find out the levels of emotional intelligence and Self-Confidence Scale (SCS-GMLB) developed by Dr. Madhu Gupta & Bindiya Lakhani was used to find out the levels of self-confidence. The study employed simple random technique for collecting data, and it comprised of 100 college students from Government Champhai College. A statistical technique such as percentage, means, standard deviations, ranges, z-score, and Pearson’s Product-Moment was employed to quantify the degree and direction of the linear association between two variables. This study investigates the levels of emotional intelligence (EI) and self-confidence among college students in Champhai district, as well as their relationship. Findings reveal that 68% of students exhibit average EI, while 38% report slightly below-average self-confidence. Statistical analysis (r= -0.0189, p=.085) indicates no significant correlation between EI and self-confidence, suggesting these traits develop independently. The study highlights the need for targeted interventions to enhance both EI and self-confidence, emphasizing their distinct roles in student well-being and academic success.