POSH Filing
Annual POSH compliance report filing under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act
The Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 (POSH Act) mandates every employer with 10 or more employees to constitute an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), conduct awareness programs, and file an Annual Report with the District Officer. Non-compliance attracts penalties up to ₹50,000. ComplyBridge ensures complete POSH compliance including ICC formation, policy drafting, training, and annual report filing.
Service Overview
Key Benefits:
Key Benefits of POSH Filing
Documents Required
Registration Process
ICC Formation Verification
Verify or assist in forming the Internal Complaints Committee with proper composition.
Annual Data Collection
Collect all required data — complaints received, disposed, pending, and programs conducted.
Annual Report Preparation
Prepare the POSH Annual Report as per the format prescribed under Rule 14.
Report Submission
Submit the Annual Report to the District Officer before December 31st each year.
Internal Filing
Maintain proper records of the filed report and ICC activities for audit purposes.
Next Year Planning
Plan mandatory awareness programs and ICC meetings for the upcoming year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who must comply with the POSH Act?
Every employer with 10 or more employees in India must comply with the POSH Act by constituting an ICC and filing annual reports.
What is the deadline for POSH Annual Report?
The POSH Annual Report must be submitted to the District Officer on or before December 31st each year.
What is the penalty for POSH non-compliance?
First offense: Penalty up to ₹50,000. Repeat offense: Doubled penalty, possible license cancellation, and de-registration.
Who is the external member of the ICC?
The ICC must include at least one external member from an NGO, association, or a person familiar with issues of sexual harassment.
Is POSH training mandatory?
Yes, employers must conduct orientation, awareness programs, and sensitization sessions for ICC members and employees regularly.
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