The present study was conducted to investigate examination stress among higher secondary school students in Raipur City. Examination stress has emerged as a major educational and psychological concern due to increasing academic competition, parental expectations, and fear of failure. The study employed the descriptive survey method. A sample of 100 higher secondary students was selected from government and private schools through random sampling technique. The Student Stress Scale developed by Dr. Zaki Akhtar was used for data collection. Mean, Standard Deviation, and t-test were employed for data analysis. The findings revealed that there was no significant difference in examination stress between boys and girls, urban and rural students, and government and private school students. However, a significant difference was found with respect to school type and place of residence collectively. The study emphasizes the need for counseling services, stress management programs, and supportive educational environments.