Certificate Course on
POSH — Prevention of
Sexual Harassment
India's most comprehensive POSH certification course online — covering the POSH Act 2013, Vishaka Guidelines, ICC formation, complaint procedure, inquiry process, POSH compliance, and practical drafting. Beginner-friendly. Expert-led. Only ₹1,000.
Why POSH Compliance is Mandatory for Every Organisation in India
The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act 2013 — officially the "Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013" — is India's central law mandating safe workplaces for women. It builds on the Vishaka Guidelines 1997 laid down by the Supreme Court and applies to every organisation with 10 or more employees — private companies, NGOs, hospitals, educational institutions, and government offices.
Non-compliance with the POSH Act carries serious consequences: a monetary penalty of up to ₹50,000, potential cancellation of business licence, and reputational damage. Despite this, thousands of organisations across India operate without a proper POSH policy, a functioning ICC, or trained personnel — creating massive legal risk. POSH sits at the intersection of women's rights law and labour law compliance — two areas every HR professional and legal practitioner must understand.
This online POSH certification course gives you complete, structured knowledge of the Act — from Vishaka Guidelines and key definitions to ICC formation, complaint procedure, inquiry process, and practical policy drafting. Whether you are an HR professional, an ICC member, a manager, an advocate, or a startup founder — this course makes you POSH-compliant and legally equipped in just 4 weekends. To further strengthen your legal foundation, explore our courses on legal drafting and human rights at Legal Research and Analysis.
Complete POSH Training — Vishaka to Practical Compliance
- 1POSH Act 2013 & Vishaka GuidelinesLegislative history, key definitions, scope & applicability
- 2Forms of Sexual HarassmentPhysical, verbal, non-verbal, digital — quid pro quo & hostile environment
- 3ICC Formation & RolesComposition, external member, powers & responsibilities
- 4Complaint Procedure & InquiryFiling, time limits, natural justice, evidence & interim relief
- 5POSH Policy Drafting & CompliancePolicy templates, ICC notices, annual reports & employer obligations
India's Best POSH Certification Course 2026
Dual expert faculty, practical drafting, ICC formation training, and ₹1,000 fee — no competitor offers this combination.
Dual Expert Faculty — Labour & Family Law
Shri Chandra Deo (Former Welfare Commissioner with POSH compliance expertise) and Adv. Aastha Chadha (Delhi High Court, family & workplace disputes) — a combination of regulatory authority and courtroom experience that no other affordable POSH course offers.
Practical ICC Training — Forms, Notices & Policy
Session 9 is entirely dedicated to practical drafting — write a POSH policy from scratch, draft an ICC complaint form, prepare ICC notices, and complete real exercises. Leave with documents you can use immediately in your organisation.
Covers Remote & WFH Employees
The Ministry of Women & Child Development has extended POSH obligations to work-from-home environments. This course dedicates specific content to POSH for remote employees — digital harassment, virtual workplace obligations, and online complaint mechanisms including SHe-Box.
Inquiry Process & Natural Justice
Week 3 covers the step-by-step inquiry process under POSH — principles of natural justice, evidence examination, witness questioning, interim relief, and how to ensure the inquiry is legally defensible. Critical knowledge for every ICC member and HR professional.
4-Week Weekday Course — ₹1,000 Only
Complete your POSH certification online in just 4 weeks. Classes on Monday and Tuesday at 7 PM — perfect for working HR professionals and corporate employees. At ₹1,000, this is 90% cheaper than corporate POSH training programmes that charge ₹8,000–₹25,000 per participant.
Startups, IT & Hospitals — All Covered
POSH applies to all sectors without exception — IT companies, hospitals, NGOs, educational institutions, startups, and government offices. This course includes sector-specific examples and case studies so every participant understands their organisation's specific obligations.
From Vishaka to POSH Compliance — Every Topic Covered
10 structured sessions covering the complete POSH landscape — legally accurate, practically applied, and immediately usable.
POSH Act 2013 & Vishaka Guidelines
Complete legislative history from Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan 1997 to the POSH Act 2013. Key definitions, protected persons, extended definition of workplace, and comparison with international standards.
Forms of Sexual Harassment
Physical, verbal, non-verbal, and digital harassment. Quid pro quo vs hostile work environment. Practical examples from case law. Digital harassment — unwanted messages, video calls, social media conduct covered under POSH.
ICC Formation & Composition
Step-by-step guide to forming a legally compliant ICC — Presiding Officer (senior female employee), 50% female member requirement, external member from NGO/legal background, and powers of the ICC under POSH Act.
Complaint Filing & Procedure
Complaint filing format, 3-month time limit, conciliation mechanism, documentation requirements, and what happens when a complaint is filed against a Presiding Officer herself.
Inquiry Process & Natural Justice
Step-by-step inquiry procedure under POSH — natural justice principles, evidence and witness examination, interim relief orders, and protection of complainant identity throughout the inquiry process.
POSH Policy Drafting & Compliance
Draft a complete POSH policy, ICC complaint form, ICC notices, and the mandatory annual POSH compliance report. Understand employer liability, false complaint safeguards, and appellate mechanisms.
Complete 4-Week POSH Curriculum
10 live sessions — orientation to mock inquiry — structured for maximum legal clarity, practical application, and POSH compliance confidence.
Orientation Session
Course overview, faculty introduction, and learning objectives. Understand the course structure and how each session builds practical POSH compliance skills. Introduction to resources, reading materials, and the practical drafting exercises that accompany the course.
Introduction to POSH Law — Vishaka Guidelines to POSH Act 2013
Complete legislative evolution from the landmark Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan (1997) Supreme Court judgment — which created India's first workplace harassment framework — to the POSH Act 2013. Understand key definitions: "sexual harassment," "aggrieved woman," "employer," "workplace," and "respondent." Study the Act's objectives, constitutional basis under Article 14, 15, and 21, and how it compares with international standards.
Understanding Sexual Harassment — Forms, Types & Real Examples
Deep dive into what constitutes sexual harassment under POSH. Learn the five forms defined in the Act: physical contact, demand or request for sexual favours, making sexually coloured remarks, showing pornography, and any other unwelcome conduct. Understand the critical distinction between Quid Pro Quo harassment (favours demanded for benefits) and Hostile Work Environment harassment (pervasive conduct creating fear or discomfort). Includes digital harassment — WhatsApp messages, social media, and video call conduct. Real case law examples with court analysis.
Scope & Applicability of POSH Act — Who is Covered?
Understand who is protected under POSH — regular employees, contractual workers, interns, domestic workers, and remote/WFH employees. Learn the extended definition of "workplace" — not just office premises but client sites, travel, field work, and virtual environments. Study employer obligations: constituting ICC, displaying information, conducting awareness programmes, submitting annual reports, and maintaining confidentiality. Sector-specific obligations for IT companies, hospitals, educational institutions, startups, and NGOs.
Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) — Formation, Roles & Powers
Comprehensive guide to forming a legally valid ICC. Learn mandatory composition requirements: a Presiding Officer (must be a senior female employee), at least two members from employees (not less than 50% women), and an external member from an NGO or person familiar with POSH issues. Understand the role of the external member, how to empanel qualified external members, and what happens in organisations where a female Presiding Officer is not available. Study ICC powers: summoning witnesses, examining evidence, recommending interim relief, and recommending penalties. Case studies on improperly constituted ICCs and resulting legal consequences.
Complaint Filing & Procedure Under POSH Act
Step-by-step guide to filing a POSH complaint. Understand the 3-month time limit (extendable by 3 more months in exceptional circumstances), written complaint requirements, documentation needed, and the conciliation mechanism (when parties can opt for conciliation instead of inquiry). Learn who can file a complaint on behalf of the aggrieved woman (legal heirs, co-workers with written consent, NGOs) when she is physically or mentally unable to do so. Understand what happens if a complaint is filed against the Presiding Officer, or when the respondent is the employer himself — referral to the Local Complaints Committee (LCC).
Inquiry Process & Principles of Natural Justice Under POSH
Master the complete POSH inquiry process — from receiving a complaint to concluding the inquiry within the 60-day deadline. Understand principles of natural justice (audi alteram partem — right to be heard, nemo judex in causa sua — no bias) and how they apply in POSH inquiries. Learn how to examine evidence, question witnesses, grant interim relief (transfer, special leave with pay, removal from reporting relationship), and protect the complainant's identity. Study common procedural errors that make POSH inquiries legally vulnerable — and how to avoid them. Includes analysis of key High Court and Supreme Court judgments on POSH inquiry fairness.
Inquiry Report, Penalties, Compliance & False Complaints
Understand the ICC's final report — mandatory contents, timeline (within 10 days of inquiry conclusion), how recommendations are made to the employer, and what penalties can be recommended (written apology, warning, suspension, termination, deduction from salary as compensation). Critically, study the false complaint safeguard — the POSH Act prohibits malicious complaints and action can be taken against false complainants. Learn employer compliance obligations: submitting annual POSH report to the District Officer, displaying information at workplace, mandatory awareness programmes. Understand employer liability for non-compliance and director liability in corporate contexts.
Drafting & Practical Training — POSH Policy, Notices & Documents
The most hands-on session in the course. Draft a complete POSH Policy from scratch — including purpose clause, scope, definitions, ICC constitution, complaint procedure, confidentiality provisions, and anti-retaliation policy. Practice drafting a formal POSH complaint, ICC acknowledgement notice, inquiry commencement notice, summons to the respondent, and the final ICC report. Learn how to document awareness training programmes as required by the POSH Act. Practical exercise: participants draft actual POSH documents which will be reviewed by the faculty.
Concluding Session — Case Studies, Mock Inquiry & Key Takeaways
The final session consolidates all learning through real-world application. Faculty will present 3 real POSH case scenarios — participants analyse the legal issues, apply the Act, and arrive at correct outcomes. A live mock inquiry role-play simulates an actual ICC proceeding: one participant plays the complainant, one the respondent, others are ICC members — with faculty providing live feedback at each stage. Includes an open doubt-clearing Q&A, key takeaways from the entire course, guidance on applying POSH knowledge professionally, and e-certificate presentation for completing participants.
This POSH Course is For You If…
POSH compliance is mandatory for every organisation — making this course essential for professionals across all industries and roles.
HR Professionals
Handle POSH complaints, form ICC, draft POSH policy, and manage compliance with legal precision — this is your essential certification.
ICC Members
Existing and newly appointed ICC members — understand your powers, duties, inquiry procedure, and legal obligations under the POSH Act.
Law Students (LLB / LLM)
Add POSH certification to your CV. Workplace harassment law is a growing practice area — this course gives you a practical, deployable specialisation.
Managers & Team Leads
Understand your obligations, liability, and correct conduct under POSH. Recognise and respond to complaints appropriately without exposing your organisation to legal risk.
Startup Founders
POSH applies the moment you hire employee number 10. Get compliant before you need to be — draft a POSH policy, form an ICC, and protect your business from day one. Pair this with our human resource management course for complete workplace law coverage.
Hospital & NGO Staff
Healthcare, education, and non-profit sectors have specific POSH obligations and high exposure. This course covers sector-specific compliance requirements.
IT & Remote Employees
POSH applies to WFH and digital workplaces. Understand digital harassment obligations, virtual workplace policies, and SHe-Box complaint mechanism.
Compliance Officers
Add POSH to your compliance portfolio. Draft annual reports, manage ICC functioning, and ensure full regulatory compliance with confidence.
Dual Expert Faculty — Regulatory Authority & Courtroom Experience
Co-Mentor
Shri Chandra Deo
Former Welfare & Cess Commissioner
Ministry of Labour & Employment, Govt. of India
Shri Chandra Deo is a distinguished former Welfare and Cess Commissioner with decades of regulatory experience in labour welfare, social security, and POSH compliance at the central government level. He brings unmatched regulatory authority to the POSH sessions — explaining compliance from the perspective of an officer who enforced these laws, oversaw employer obligations, and handled non-compliance proceedings at the policy level.
Co-Mentor
Adv. Aastha Chadha
Advocate, Delhi High Court
Family, Domestic Violence & Workplace Disputes
Adv. Aastha Chadha is a practising Advocate at the Delhi High Court specialising in family law, domestic violence, divorce, succession, and workplace disputes. Her daily courtroom experience with harassment and workplace conflict cases gives participants a uniquely practical view of how POSH cases are litigated, what courts look for in ICC proceedings, and how legal arguments are constructed in sexual harassment matters.
Real Reviews from HR Professionals & Legal Learners
"As an HR Manager, this POSH course was exactly what I needed. The ICC formation session and complaint drafting exercises were practical and immediately applicable. Shri Chandra Deo's experience in labour compliance gave real authority to every session."
"The inquiry process module and mock inquiry session in Session 10 were the highlights of the course. Adv. Aastha Chadha's case law insights were invaluable — I now understand exactly how courts evaluate POSH inquiries. Highly recommend to all ICC members."
"I am an ICC member at my company and this course gave me structured knowledge I was missing. The section on natural justice principles in inquiry and false complaint safeguards was particularly useful. Worth every rupee — I recommend it to every HR and legal professional."
POSH Certification Opens High-Demand Career Paths
POSH compliance is now a board-level concern for Indian organisations. Certified POSH professionals — HR managers, ICC members, external members, and POSH trainers — are in high demand across all sectors.
- POSH Compliance Officer / HR Specialist₹5–15 LPA | Corporates, MNCs, startups
- ICC External Member (Empanelled)₹5,000–₹25,000 per matter | Freelance
- POSH Trainer / Consultant₹15,000–₹1,00,000 per session | Corporate training
- Legal Counsel — Workplace Harassment₹8–20 LPA | Law firms, in-house legal
- POSH Policy ConsultantProject-based | NGOs, startups, hospitals, schools
The Numbers Behind India's POSH Compliance Gap
Complete Benefits Package
E-Certificate
Receive a verifiable POSH certification on completing all 10 sessions. Shareable on LinkedIn — signals to employers and clients that you have received structured, expert-led POSH compliance training. Accepted by HR departments, ICC panels, and corporate compliance teams.
Internship Opportunity
Meritorious participants receive an internship opportunity with Legal Research & Analysis — working on real POSH research, compliance documentation, and policy drafting assignments. Builds a practical portfolio for HR careers, ICC empanelment, and legal practice.
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Everything You Need to Know About POSH
Become POSH Certified — Starting 11th May 2026
Join 20,000+ professionals trained by Legal Research & Analysis. Master POSH Act 2013, ICC compliance, and workplace harassment law — from two expert faculty at just ₹1,000. Last date to apply: 10th May. Also explore our related courses on complaint filing & procedural law and alternative dispute resolution.
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