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Abstract Purpose: In today's era, education level is a crucial aspect of an individual's identity. The educational sector has evolved significantly over time and is now regarded as one of the most rapidly growing fields. Modern teachers adopt a contemporary approach to academics, but the demands of the market and a fast-paced society have intensified pressure on them. Continuous research and development are necessary to maintain quality education. Women teachers, in particular, face substantial challenges in managing this pressure, often requiring them to work long hours, which adversely affects their family life and leads to work-life imbalance. Achieving work-life balance is essential, especially for women working in professional colleges, as it is vital for maintaining physical, mental, social, and personal well-being. This research study focuses on women teachers employed in selected public and private professional colleges in Dakshina Kannada district and examines the factors influencing work-life balance. It is a comparative study aimed at identifying significant differences in their approaches, opinion and the balance between work and personal life among women teachers in public and private professional colleges within the Dakshina Kannada district. Design/ Methodology: The study utilizes both primary and secondary data to examine the factors influencing work-life balance. Primary data were collected through structured questionnaires distributed to women teachers across various institutions in the Dakshina Kannada area. In addition, secondary data were gathered from a variety of sources, including websites, journals, newspapers, magazines, publications, and case studies. Originality/ Value: the study findings provide to a deeper understanding of complex interplay between women teachers in government and private colleges about perception of work life balance and major factors work environment, workload, family responsibilities, and support systems are key factors influencing the work-life balance of women teachers in both government and private colleges in the Dakshina Kannada District. Paper type: Empirical research.