The academic success of high school students is crucial, not only for the individuals and educational institutions involved but also for the future of our society and national development. Researchers are delving into the nature of intrinsic motivation and its role in connecting emotional intelligence with academic performance. This study aims to explore the relationship between emotional intelligence and academic achievement. Our research involved 173 students from grades X to XII in various public schools in Darbhanga town. We collected data using a custom schedule for academic performance information and Schutte's Emotional Intelligence Scale. The data was then analysed using SPSS 20 software. We examined correlations between academic performance and several components of emotional intelligence, including: Emotion perception, Self-emotion management, Management of others' emotions, and Emotion utilization. This investigation contributes to our understanding of how emotional intelligence may influence academic outcomes in high school students.