The cornerstone of this research was to determine the interplay of work-life balance, perceived social support and goal orientation in the lives of working women in academia. Further, the investigation delves into how marital status, job roles, and socio-economic status exerts influence on these variables, hypothesizing that socio-economic class does not significantly affect them. The data was acquired from a distinctive sample of 400 female educators composed of 200 school teachers and 200 professors/lecturers from diverse institutions in India. The implements employed were the Work-Life Balance Scale, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support and Work Domain Goal Orientation Instrument. The procured information was interpreted leveraging non-parametric statistical procedures, unveiling the intricate patterns of work-life balance, conveying that marital status and job position contour experience, but that socio-economic class exerts a relatively small role. Fascinatingly, even though perceived social support was found to establish a positive influence on work-life balance, it was comparatively modest for goal orientation. This research accentuates the complexities women in academia face and consequently emphasizes the need for supportive structures in academic institutions that’s beneficial for women to balance career accomplishments and personal responsibilities efficiently. Hence, the results have ramifications for policy making concerning equitable work environments, strengthening female academic talent across socio-economic backgrounds.