Women Helpline
✓ Information verified — June 2026Women Helpline provides 24X7 emergency and non-emergency response through telephonic short-code 181 to women
What You Get
- 24/7 toll-free emergency helpline at 181 (no charge)
- Immediate response to women in distress or facing violence
- Psycho-social counseling and emotional support
- Information about shelters, legal aid, and other welfare services
- Connection to One Stop Centres for comprehensive assistance
- Integration with emergency services (ERSS 112) when needed
- Confidential and non-judgmental support
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–100 years
- All women in India can use this service
- Available to women facing domestic violence, sexual harassment, or any safety emergency
- No age, income, or caste restrictions
- Service is free and can be accessed from any phone
Documents Needed
Check official portal for document requirements.
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry of Women and Child Development
- Category
- Women & Child
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Tags
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/whl-181Nodal Ministry
Ministry of Women and Child Development
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