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Women Safety at Workplace Internal Committee (IC) • Annual POSH Report

POSH Compliance & Internal Committee Setup

Create a safe, legally compliant workplace. Complete compliance under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013 with expert legal support.

  • Constitution of Internal Committee (IC) with mandatory External Woman Member
  • Customized POSH Workplace Policy drafting conforming to the POSH Act 2013
  • Annual POSH Report preparation and filing with the local District Officer
  • Online POSH awareness training modules for employees and IC members
Mandatory
10+ Employees
Internal Committee
IC Setup
Annual Report
District Officer
Overview Eligibility Documents Process Cost & Fees Benefits FAQs

Service Overview

Under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013 (POSH Act), every organization employing 10 or more employees must constitute an Internal Committee (IC) at every office or branch, frame a formal anti-sexual harassment policy, conduct employee sensitization, and file an annual report.

Non-compliance carries severe legal consequences: a fine of ₹50,000 for first-time offense, and cancellation of business licenses or revocation of incorporation for repeated violations. Furthermore, companies must disclose POSH compliance status in their annual Director's Report (AOC-4) under Companies Act rules.

Timeline
Mandatory
Compliance
Internal Committee
Handled By
Annual Report

Who Must Comply with POSH Act?

Statutory applicability under POSH Act 2013:

Any business enterprise, office, factory, or startup employing 10 or more employees
Companies with remote or hybrid workforces ('workplace' includes digital communication)
Co-working spaces, branch offices, and regional delivery hubs with 10+ personnel
All Private Limited, Public Limited, LLP, Partnership, and NGO establishments
Mandatory disclosure requirement in the Board's Report under Section 134 of Companies Act

Who Should - and Shouldn't - Choose This?

Good fit
Startups, corporate employers, IT firms, manufacturing units, and retail chains.
Not a fit
Entities with fewer than 10 total staff (complaints are handled by the government Local Committee).

Required Documents

Keep these documents ready to ensure rapid, zero-query processing:

Employee count breakup (male, female, contract, and full-time staff)
List of nominated Internal Committee members (Presiding Officer & two employee members)
Existing employee handbook or HR policy documents
Company registration certificate and registered office address
All documents are stored with bank-grade 256-bit encryption and reviewed directly by certified legal experts.

Step-by-Step Process

Here is how our legal team manages the process end to end:

1

IC Constitution

Structure the 4-member committee: Woman Presiding Officer, 2 employees, and 1 External Member.

2

Policy Drafting

Draft customized POSH policy detailing definition of harassment, redressal flow, and timelines.

3

External Member Appointment

LegalDev India provides certified NGO/legal external members to complete your IC.

4

Awareness & Training

Deliver digital awareness training modules and display mandatory statutory workplace notices.

5

Annual Report Submission

Draft and file the annual compliance report with the local District Officer (DO).

Cost & Fee Breakdown

Transparent pricing with zero hidden surcharges or surprise invoices:

Service Component Pricing Range Remarks / Scope
POSH Policy + IC Constitution Package ₹2,499 Includes custom policy drafting, IC appointment letters & posters
External Member Retainer (Annual) ₹9,999 / yr Certified legal expert serving as your statutory IC External Member
Annual Report Filing with District Officer ₹2,999 Compilation of complaints summary & statutory filing

Key Benefits & Advantages

Why businesses rely on LegalDev India for POSH Compliance:

Avoid direct statutory fines of ₹50,000 and protect your business license from revocation

Comply with mandatory Director's Report disclosures under Companies Act Rule 8(5)(x)

Foster a respectful, safe, and productive corporate culture that attracts top talent

Access experienced female legal advocates as certified External Members for your IC

Airtight procedural protocols protecting both complainants and respondents from bias

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? Find clear answers from our legal advisory team:

The IC must consist of: (1) A senior woman Presiding Officer, (2) At least 2 employee members committed to women's causes, and (3) An independent External Member from an NGO or legal background. At least 50% of the total members must be women.

Yes. The legal definition of 'workplace' under the POSH Act extends to virtual interactions, video calls, Slack/Teams chats, and company-sponsored travel.

Failure to constitute an IC or file the annual report attracts a fine of up to ₹50,000. Subsequent violations can lead to doubled fines and cancellation of business licenses.

The annual report summarizing complaints received and resolved must be submitted to the local District Officer by 31st January every year.

Yes. Under Section 134 and MCA rules, companies must include a statement in their annual Director's Report confirming compliance with the constitution of the Internal Committee.

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