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POSH Act: What Every Employee and Employer Must Know

July 11, 2026
POSH Act: What Every Employee and Employer Must Know

The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act is mandatory for all Indian organizations. Here is everything you need to know.

<p>The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 — commonly known as the POSH Act — is a landmark legislation that every Indian organization must comply with.</p>

<h3>What is the POSH Act?</h3>
<p>The POSH Act mandates that all organizations with 10 or more employees must:</p>
<ul>
<li>Constitute an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)</li>
<li>Formulate and circulate a Prevention of Sexual Harassment Policy</li>
<li>Conduct awareness programs and sensitization workshops</li>
<li>Submit an annual report to the district officer</li>
</ul>

<h3>Why POSH Training Matters</h3>
<p>Beyond legal compliance, POSH training creates a safer, more respectful workplace. Organizations with strong POSH programs report higher employee satisfaction, better retention rates, and stronger employer brands.</p>

<h3>How Jobskul Can Help</h3>
<p>Jobskul offers comprehensive POSH training programs conducted by certified trainers. Our programs are customized for your organization and cover awareness, complaint procedures, and ICC member training.</p>

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