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How to Approach One Stop Center Sakhi 2026

One Stop Center - integrated 24/7 support for women victims of violence. 700+ centers. Free.

📁 Schemes ⏱️ 15-30 mins 💰 Free

About This Guide

One Stop Centre (OSC/Sakhi) provides integrated support to women victims of violence under single roof. Free 24/7 services: police facilitation, medical aid, psycho-social counseling, legal aid, temporary shelter (5-day max). 700+ centers across districts. Universal access.

Eligibility Criteria

Woman or girl child (any age)
Victim of violence (domestic/sexual/dowry/trafficking)
Or witness of violence
No income criteria
Indian citizen + foreign nationals

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar (helpful, not mandatory)
Police FIR (if filed)
Medical records (if any)
Witness contacts
Photo of injuries (if any)

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Find Nearest OSC

wcd.nic.in or call 181 (women helpline).

Visit OSC

24/7 access. Located near hospitals typically.

Reception

Female counselor receives.

Free Services

1) Medical aid (linked to nearby hospital). 2) Police facilitation (FIR support). 3) Psycho-social counseling. 4) Legal aid (NALSA referral). 5) Temporary shelter 5 days.

Coordinated Response

Single point - all stakeholders coordinated.

Long-term Plan

Counselor develops case plan.

Follow-up

OSC stays in touch.

Linkages

Government schemes, employment, mental health.

Key Benefits

100% FREE
24/7 access
Integrated services
Female staff
Confidentiality
Psycho-social counseling
Police + medical + legal under one roof
Temporary shelter
Pan-India 700+ centers
Universal access

What Happens After Application?

Immediate help. Long-term case management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Police won't file FIR?

OSC counselor accompanies + facilitates. If still refused: Section 166A IPC penalty for officer. CWC/Magistrate intervention.