Help Centre · Wellbeing

Feeling exam stress?

You're not alone. A few things that help, and free 24×7 support from Tele-MANAS on 14416.

Preparing for a government exam is a long road, often alongside work, family and money worries. Feeling anxious, tired or low at times is common. It doesn't mean you are weak or falling behind.

Talk to someone, free, any time

Tele-MANAS: call 14416 (or 1-800-891-4416). It is the Government of India's free mental-health helpline, open 24×7, with trained counsellors who speak Hindi and many other Indian languages. You don't need to be in a crisis to call: stress, trouble sleeping or feeling stuck are reason enough.

In an emergency, or if you feel you might harm yourself, call 112 now.

Small things that help

  • Take breaks. Short breaks keep your mind fresher than one long sitting. Successfied can remind you to take a break after 2 hours of study; switch it on or off in Profile & settings.
  • Protect your sleep. A tired mind remembers less, and a late-night cram often costs more than it gives.
  • Eat, drink water and move a little. A short walk between study blocks counts.
  • Talk to someone you trust: a friend, a family member or a teacher. Saying it out loud often makes it lighter.
  • One bad mock is data, not a verdict. It shows you where to work next. Look at your trend over weeks, not a single day.
  • Compare yourself with your past self, not with other people's scores on social media.

A note from us

We don't use fake urgency or shame to keep you studying. If you need a day off, take it. Your plan will still be here tomorrow.

We are not doctors, and this page is not medical advice. If stress, low mood or sleep problems last for weeks or get in the way of daily life, please talk to a doctor or a qualified mental-health professional. Asking for help is a strong step.

Questions

Is Tele-MANAS really free?

Yes. Calls to 14416 and 1-800-891-4416 are free, and the service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

My mock scores are low and I feel like giving up.

That feeling is common, and it often passes. Low scores early on mean the mocks are doing their job: showing you the gaps. Pick just one thing to fix this week from "Marks you can win back" in your report or from your Mistake Notebook. If the feeling stays heavy, talk to someone. Tele-MANAS on 14416 is free and open 24×7.

I'm worried about a friend who is preparing too.

Check in with them and listen without judging. You can suggest calling Tele-MANAS on 14416 together. If you think they are in immediate danger, call 112.

Still stuck? Write to us.