During COVID-19 pandemic, the whole education system was shattered, and it was transformed from a traditional mode of teaching to a digital platform. It was difficult for the teaching fraternity to adopt this new mode of teaching. This study explores Human Resource Management (HRM) practices and their impact on the worklife balance of teaching faculties in higher educational institutions during the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The research is motivated by the need to understand how HRM strategies have been adapted to address the unique circumstances faced by educators during the global health crisis. The research specifically focuses on the work-life balance of teaching faculties, with a gendersensitive lens, recognizing potential variations between female and male educators. The findings illuminate the nuanced ways in which the pandemic has influenced work patterns, stress levels, and coping strategies among teaching faculties, providing a holistic understanding of the intersection between HRM practices and work-life balance.