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The present study has been undertaken to identify level of reflection of the trainee teachers. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to better understand about the level of reflection amongst the trainee teachers and to explore the level of reflection as evidenced by the reflective journal of trainee teachers. Methods: This study investigated 30 trainee teachers level of reflection during 2nd year of their teacher education program. It is sought to analyze the level of reflection among the trainee teachers from Amity University. This study makes use of questionnaires and reflective journals to study the level of reflection of student teachers. Analysis of qualitative data in the form of reflective journals was collected and analyzed to answer the research questions. A modified version of the tool to assess teachers level of reflective practice (Larrivee, 2008). The close ended questions on the survey provided the qualitative data and the qualitative analysis of the reflective journals provides a evidence to this research study. Findings: It is clearly evident from the results of the questionnaire that, 14 trainee teachers have scored high (Score Range 41-50) at level 4, demonstrating critical level of reflection and 20 trainee teachers have scored high (Score Range 41-50) at pedagogical level of reflection. On qualitative analysis of the reflective journals of the trainee teachers, it was concluded that, Out of 30 trainee teachers, 2 of the trainee teachers belong to pre reflection level (Level 1). 14 of them are at surface level of reflection (Level 2). Only 7 trainee teachers have been found to be at pedagogical level of reflection (Level 3) and None of the trainee teachers have been found to be at critical level of reflection. Interpretations of the results are presented and recommendations are discussed within the context of the study. Novelty: The present study brought to light the practices followed and nurtured in the trainee teachers of Amity University and draws a conclusion bringing forth the recommendations to the level that can be followed by them, that will benefit of their profession.