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ABSTRACT The relationships that adolescents have with their parents and peers are critical in shaping their self-concept. Understanding and addressing these dynamics can be vital for promoting healthy self esteem and self worth in adolescents. The present study was carried out with an aim to study the impact of parent and peer attachment on self-concept among adolescents with reference to gender and locality. A random sample of 120 adolescents consisting of 60 from urban area (30 boys and 30 girls) and 60 from rural area (30 boys and 30 girls) were selected. Parent and peer attachment was assessed using Inventory of Parent and Peer Attachment by Gullone and Robinson (2005). Self-concept of adolescents was assessed using Robson Self-Concept Questionnaire by Robson (1989). The collected data was statistically analyzed using Mean, Standard deviation, t-test and Pearson's correlation coefficient. The results showed no significant difference in parent and peer attachment between boys and girls. Also, no significant difference was found in parent and peer attachment based on locality. Self-concept was found to be similar for boys and girls. Based on locality, it was found that the urban adolescents had better self esteem that the rural adolescents. A significant relationship was noted between parent and peer attachment and self-concept.