The present study aims to explore the utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in secondary schools within Prakasam district. A comprehensive review of both Indian and international literature was undertaken to provide a strong theoretical foundation. The study adopted a descriptive survey method to gather relevant data. A total of 100 students from various secondary schools in Prakasam district constituted the sample. To ensure representativeness, the stratified random sampling technique was employed. A structured questionnaire was developed to collect students’ perceptions and opinions regarding the use of ICT in their educational environment. The collected data were analyzed using appropriate statistical tools such as Mean, Standard Deviation (SD), t-test, and F-test. Comparative analysis was conducted to examine the differences in ICT usage based on variables such as gender, medium of instruction, grade level (class), type of school management, and locality (urban/rural). The findings have been interpreted in the context of previous research studies. Based on the results, relevant suggestions and recommendations have been offered for future research and for enhancing the effective integration of ICT in secondary education.
