Abstract: Social media has become an integral part of students' lives, offering both benefits and challenges to their academic performance. This study examines the impact of social media addiction on the academic achievements of B.Ed. trainees in government colleges. An independent sample t-test was conducted to compare the academic achievements of trainees with high and low social media addiction. The results revealed a significant negative impact of excessive social media use on students’ academic performance. The study highlights the importance of promoting digital literacy and self-regulation among B.Ed. trainees to minimize the adverse effects of social media addiction on academic success.

Keywords: Social Media Addiction, Academic Achievement, B.Ed. Trainees, Government Colleges, Independent Sample t-test, Educational Psychology.