INTRODUCTION: Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disorder of pilo-sebaceous glands, which most commonly affect face and trunk. It is most prevalent in adolescent age group. It has been seen that acne can have profound social and psychological effects which are not necessarily related to its clinical severity. Objectives: To determine the frequency and severity of depression among acne patients attending the outpatient dermatology department, of a tertiary care hospital. Study Design: Descriptive study.