Paper Title: Influence of Peer Group on Academic Motivation among Undergraduate Students
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Academic motivation plays a significant role in determining students’ learning engagement and overall academic success. Among the various factors influencing motivation, peer group influence on academic motivation of students is considered one of the most significant during the undergraduate stage. Students spend considerable time with peers in academic and social settings, which may influence their attitudes toward learning, study habits, and academic aspirations. The present study aims to review existing literature on the influence of peer groups on academic motivation among undergraduate students, the relationship between peer group and academic motivation and also the positive and negative effects of peer group influence on academic motivation. Relevant research articles were collected from academic databases such as Google Scholar and peer- reviewed journals, e- books in the fields of education and psychology. The review indicates that peer groups can exert both positive and negative influences on students’ academic motivation. Positive peer relationships promote collaborative learning, academic support, and which enhance students’ motivation and academic engagement. Conversely, negative peer pressure may lead to decreased motivation, distraction, and poor academic outcomes. The findings highlight the importance of creating supportive peer learning environments in higher education institutions to foster students’ academic motivation and achievement.
Keywords:Peer group, Academic motivation, Peer influence, Undergraduate students.
DOI Link – https://doi.org/10.63431/AIJITR/3.I.2026.157-160
Review By – Dr. Parimal Sarkar and Dr. Chandan Adhikary, Dr. Amit Adhikari