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This study aims to analyse the psychological characteristics of inter-collegiate male athletes who compete in six sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Hockey, Badminton, Kho-Kho, and Kabaddi. Using the Sports Personality Questionnaire (SPQ-20), the study examines two crucial psychological variables: Fear of Failure and Managing Pressure. A total of 230 athletes were chosen using Stratified Random Sampling. The data were analysed using ANOVA and Scheffe's post hoc test. The level of confidence was set to test significance is 0.05. The results reveal that Hockey players show significantly higher levels of controlling Fear of Failure than other players. However, Kabaddi and Kho Kho players are also less prone to Fear of Failure than volleyball players. Further, the results show that Basketball players have less Managing pressure than Hockey and Kabaddi players. In addition to that, Hockey players have significantly better Managing Pressure than Volleyball players. In conclusion, it is observed that players of Hockey, Kabaddi, and Kho-Kho have better control over Fear of Failure and Managing Pressure. The study highlights the importance of psychological training in enhancing athletic performance and offers recommendations for coaches and policymakers to develop personalised interventions for athletes.