How to File Sexual Harassment Complaint Under POSH Act 2013? Complete Guide 2025

POSH Complaint Filing Timeline & Limitation Period

Time Limit: 3 months from incident date
Extension: ICC can extend by 3 months for valid reasons
Multiple Incidents: Last incident date considered

Documents Required for POSH Complaint

Document	Purpose
Written complaint (signed)	Incident description, dates, witnesses
Email/SMS/WhatsApp screenshots	Evidence of harassment
Employment ID proof	Establish workplace connection
Witness statements	Corroborate complainant version
Medical certificates	Physical/mental trauma proof

Step-by-Step POSH Complaint Process

Write Complaint: Detailed description within 3 months
Submit to ICC: In-person/email/registered post
ICC Acknowledgment: Within 7 days, copies to parties
Conciliation Option: Voluntary within 2 weeks
Inquiry: 90 days completion with hearings
Final Report: Recommendations to employer within 10 days