Did you know that every company in Bengaluru with 10 or more employees must meet POSH Compliance requirements? Check this PoSH Compliance checklist for Bengaluru SMEs to create your policy, form your IC, and avoid costly penalties.
Under the PoSH Act from 2013, employers need to make the workplace safe and welcoming for all. Not following POSH compliance rules can lead to fines of up to ₹50,000, loss of your license, and serious damage to your reputation. This is especially true for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). They are now facing more scrutiny from authorities.
An Internal Committee (IC) is a mandatory group under the POSH Act that handles complaints of sexual harassment at the workplace.
Receive and investigate complaints of sexual harassment
Recommend actions to the employer based on findings
Conduct awareness and prevention programmes within the organisation
Presiding Officer: A senior woman employee
Two Members: Employees committed to women’s rights or social work
External Member: Someone from an NGO or legal background with experience in sexual harassment issues
This committee must be officially notified and its members trained to function effectively.
The POSH Act applies to all organisations — public, private, or non-profit — including:
Start-ups and SMEs
IT companies and consultancies
Educational institutions
Co-working spaces
NGOs and hospitals
If your company has 10 or more employees, you need to create an Internal Committee. This includes remote and part-time workers. The committee must follow POSH rules.
| Violation | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Not implementing POSH Policy or forming an IC | Fine up to ₹50,000 |
| Repeated non-compliance | Higher fines or cancellation of business licence |
| Mishandling or obstructing complaints | Legal or disciplinary action |
Beyond fines, loss of employee trust and damage to brand reputation can be even more costly.
Even well-intentioned organisations often miss key POSH compliance steps, such as:
Forming an IC but not training members
Failing to renew the IC annually
Not sharing the POSH policy with employees
Skipping regular awareness sessions
Ignoring documentation during audits
Here’s your simple POSH Compliance Checklist for Bengaluru SMEs:
☑️ Form an IC with the correct composition
☑️ Draft and circulate a clear POSH policy
☑️ Conduct annual POSH awareness and training sessions
☑️ Display POSH Act guidelines prominently in the office
☑️ File your annual POSH report with the district officer
If you don’t know where to start, work with our POSH compliance consultant. They can help with documentation, training, and reporting.
As India’s start-up capital, Bengaluru is a key focus area for POSH compliance checks.
The Karnataka State Commission for Women and District Officers are increasing their random inspections. They are focusing on the tech, education, and SME sectors. They want to make sure everyone follows the POSH Act.
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