Research Scholar, Institute of Business Management and Commerce, Mangalayatan University, Aligarh (U.P.)

Work-Life Harmony refers to the deliberate and effective integration of professional responsibilities with personal life goals. It involves managing and balancing one’s career ambitions alongside aspects such as personal happiness, autonomy, family commitments, and spiritual well-being. This balance plays a pivotal role in influencing job satisfaction, employee loyalty, and overall work performance. Modern societal and economic shifts—such as increased globalization, the rise of dual-income households, the predominance of nuclear families, and continuous technological advancements—have all contributed to growing challenges in maintaining this balance. Female professionals, especially, find themselves in a demanding position, often caught between organizational expectations, domestic responsibilities, individual goals, and the pressures of adapting to technological change. At the same time, organizations themselves face numerous pressures including economic instability, fierce market competition, rising operational costs, tight deadlines, and regulatory constraints. These challenges often lead to cost-cutting measures and a push for higher efficiency, which can inadvertently place greater stress on employees and disrupt their personal lives. Thus, it is essential for organizations to create policies and work environments that promote healthy Work-Life Harmony, ensuring that employee productivity is sustained without compromising personal well-being. This study focuses on identifying the factors that impact Work-Life Harmony among married female employees working in government sectors within the Aligarh division. This research used SPSS software for analysing the statistical data received from married women employees of various government departments in Aligarh Division. The aim is to explore the obstacles they encounter and suggest practical approaches to help overcome these barriers.