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Objective: To identify the extent of menstrual disorders and relation to various aspects of life in 100 women of age group 16 - 20 years. Materials and Methods: Data is collected using questionnaire on demographics, medical history, personal habits, academic performance and menstrual pattern. Results: 5% menorrhagia , leucorrhoea 10% ,amenorrhea 26 % ,premenstrual syndrome 10% , oligomenorrhea 9% ,dysmenorrhoea 9% ,PCOD 12% , metrorrhagia 4% . Irregular cycles have significant association with BMI and medical history. Conclusion: Adolescent period in women can be quite difficult especially in view of menarche; understanding of menstruation and facing menstrual disorders. It needs preparation which is lacking in India. Menstrual education should be included in school study curriculum. Awareness should be increased about menstrual disorders, hygiene, personal habits and support should be given during menstruation in schools to avoid skipping of schools and to decrease academic stress during periods and medical help should be taken.