The quantitative research examined how academic professionals in the Abu Dhabi-UAE internalized the phenomenon of burnout in their teaching profession. At present, the episodes of teachers’ burnout is high due to the insecure job environment in line with the ongoing industry challenges. Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI) was used to measure the levels of burnout among academicians. The data were analyzed using statistical techniques such as, Chi-square analysis. Results provide an understanding about how burnout impacts academicians in their work performance, and therefore, help to develop and devise techniques to control and alleviate burnout. It is essential to identify, develop and retain educators who are healthy, energized, self-motivated, mentally-stable and can creatively contribute to building the future citizens of any country.