10 April 20267 min readBy Kavipriya Sivakumar
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POSH Act Compliance: The 7-Point Checklist Every Indian Workplace Needs in 2026
Policy, Internal Committee, training, inquiry timelines, and the Annual Report — a practical compliance checklist for HR and leadership.
POSH compliance protects employees and organisations alike. Beyond legal obligation, it signals that dignity and safety are non-negotiable cultural values.
7-point POSH compliance checklist
- Written anti-sexual harassment policy displayed and accessible
- Constituted Internal Committee (IC) with trained external member
- Regular awareness training for all employees
- Clear complaint and inquiry procedure with timelines
- Protection against retaliation for complainants and witnesses
- Annual Report filed with the District Officer
- Leadership accountability and culture of respectful conduct
Ash to Rise delivers POSH certification, IC training, and gender sensitization for corporates across India — online, offline, or hybrid.