Grit and Self-Efficacy Among Adolescents: A Correlational Study

Self-efficacy refers to an individual’s belief in their capacity to accomplish specific tasks successfully, while grit represents the sustained passion and perseverance toward long-term goals. The present study aimed to examine the correlation between self-efficacy and grit among adolescents from different academic backgrounds, namely engineering students, NEET repeaters, and undergraduate students in science and arts. Data were collected from a sample of 60 students (15 from each group), aged between 18 and 20 years, using the 12-item Grit Scale and the 10-item General Self-Efficacy Scale. Results revealed that NEET repeaters exhibited higher levels of grit and self-efficacy compared to other groups, possibly due to their strong motivation to achieve academic goals. Furthermore, a significant positive correlation was found between grit and self-efficacy. These findings highlight the importance of these psychological attributes in fostering perseverance and success among adolescents across academic disciplines.