The article is devoted to the study of the problem of the development of emotional intelligence of the individual. The article considers the possibility of developing emotional intelligence. The paper substantiates the need for the development of this personal quality, as well as its importance for the successful socialization of the individual, his personal growth. Also, the scientific article considers the meaning formation in the learning process as the basis for the development of emotional intelligence of the individual. The paper analyzes the essence of the concept of "emotional intelligence", considers its structural components. The study presents the conditions and the main stages of the formation of emotional intelligence of the individual.