Countless Indian students strive for admission into prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). However, behind the allure of academic excellence and lucrative careers lies a harsh reality of intense pressure, student suicides, and profit-focused coaching institutes. This paper delves into the experiences of IIT aspirants, highlighting the alarming suicide rates caused by coaching stress. We expose discriminatory practices, parental burdens, and the lack of support systems. With growing distress, we urge strict government intervention to address these pressing issues and protect young lives. Trackback URL : https://www.whatsappuniversity.org/the-dark-side-of-iit-coaching-pressure-suicides-and-profit-driven-institutes