ANNUAL POSH REPORTING
Annual POSH Reporting: From Obligation to Assurance
Every organisation covered under the PoSH Act, 2013 is required to submit an Annual Compliance Report (ACR) to the District Officer, ensure registration with the SHEbox portal, and disclose compliance in the Director's Report under the Companies Act, 2013. These filings are not routine—they are visible commitments to compliance and employee safety.
Ungender helps enterprises prepare accurate reports, validate Internal Committee functioning, manage SHEbox registrations, and ensure Board-level disclosures are correct and defensible.
WHY ANNUAL REPORTING MATTERS
The Annual Compliance Report, SHEbox registration, and Director's Report disclosure together demonstrate to regulators, employees, and stakeholders that your organisation:
Risk Insight:
Section 26 of the PoSH Act: Non-filing can attract fines up to ₹50,000; repeated non-compliance may lead to cancellation of business licenses/registrations.
Companies Act, 2013: Omission or false disclosure in the Director's Report can attract penalties of ₹3,00,000 for the company and ₹1,00,000 for every defaulting officer, including directors.
What We Believe
Annual compliance reporting goes beyond paperwork—it's about accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in workplace safety.
At Ungender, we view ACRs, SHEbox filings, and Director's Report disclosures as:
Proof of accountability for boards and leadership.
Annual reporting demonstrates that leadership takes compliance seriously. It shows boards are actively monitoring workplace safety and ensuring organizational accountability at the highest levels.
Transparency tools that build trust with regulators and employees.
Comprehensive reporting creates transparency that strengthens relationships with regulatory bodies while building employee confidence in the organization's commitment to their safety and well-being.
Opportunities for reflection, using data from the past year to improve processes.
Annual reporting provides valuable insights into trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement. It's a chance to analyze what worked, identify areas for enhancement, and strengthen future compliance strategies.
Annual Reporting Compliance — Impact and Risk
Our Framework for Annual Compliance & SHEbox
Ungender's structured approach ensures reporting is complete, accurate, and audit-ready:
Data Collection & Validation
Verify IC constitution, case records, awareness sessions, and resolutions to ensure all data is accurate and complete before reporting.
Our approach ensures your policies are tailored to your industry, company size, and organizational culture while maintaining full statutory compliance. We provide templates, review processes, and guidance to make policy adoption seamless across all levels of your organization.
Annual Compliance Report Drafting
Align data with District Authority formats to ensure compliance reports meet all regulatory requirements and submission standards.
Our network of certified External Members ensures your IC has the right balance of skills, experience, and independence. We provide ongoing support to help your IC function effectively, from training to process guidance.
SHEbox Registration
Complete registration and ensure readiness for electronic complaint handling through the official SHE-Box portal system.
Our programs are interactive, scenario-based, and tailored to different roles within your organization. From leadership training to employee workshops, we ensure everyone understands their responsibilities and feels empowered to contribute to a respectful workplace.
Director's Report Disclosure
Draft compliant statements for inclusion in the Board's annual report, ensuring proper disclosure under Companies Act requirements.
Our experts provide guidance on evidence gathering, witness interviews, documentation, and decision-making processes. We help ensure that every enquiry maintains due process while protecting the dignity and rights of all involved parties.
Audit-Ready Documentation
Maintain complete records in case of inspections or queries, ensuring all documentation is organized and readily accessible.
We conduct comprehensive reviews of your policies, processes, and IC effectiveness. Our audits provide actionable insights and recommendations that help you stay ahead of compliance requirements while building a stronger, more inclusive workplace culture.
Leadership & Board Briefing
Provide a summary dashboard to senior management for oversight, ensuring leadership has clear visibility into compliance status and areas for improvement.
Our support includes preparing annual reports, renewing IC memberships, updating policies, and planning the next cycle of awareness programs. We ensure your organization maintains both legal compliance and cultural commitment year after year.
Data Collection & Validation
Verify IC constitution, case records, awareness sessions, and resolutions to ensure all data is accurate and complete before reporting.
Our approach ensures your policies are tailored to your industry, company size, and organizational culture while maintaining full statutory compliance.
Annual Compliance Report Drafting
Align data with District Authority formats to ensure compliance reports meet all regulatory requirements and submission standards.
SHEbox Registration
Complete registration and ensure readiness for electronic complaint handling through the official SHE-Box portal system.
Director's Report Disclosure
Draft compliant statements for inclusion in the Board's annual report, ensuring proper disclosure under Companies Act requirements.
Audit-Ready Documentation
Maintain complete records in case of inspections or queries, ensuring all documentation is organized and readily accessible.
Leadership & Board Briefing
Provide a summary dashboard to senior management for oversight, ensuring leadership has clear visibility into compliance status and areas for improvement.
What Makes Us Different
PoSH cases advised → expertise in converting raw IC data into defensible reports.
filing support across District Officers in multiple states.
expertise to align PoSH compliance with corporate governance reporting.
reporting through our Conduct platform — ensuring multilingual, accurate, audit-ready records.
Solutions
Ungender supports enterprises with comprehensive annual reporting services that ensure compliance and build stakeholder trust:
Annual Compliance Report
End-to-end drafting and filing assistance with District Officer-ready reports that demonstrate full POSH Act compliance.
SHEbox Registration
Seamless SHE-Box portal registration with integration into your organizational complaint systems.
Director's Report Disclosure
Expert drafting of Companies Act 2013-compliant language for Board-level reporting and governance.
Audit-Ready Documentation
Comprehensive documentation sets designed to withstand regulatory inspections and legal scrutiny.
Trusted by more than 800+ workplaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Annual Compliance Report (ACR) under PoSH Act? +
An Annual Compliance Report is a mandatory filing required under Section 21 of the PoSH Act, 2013. Organizations must submit this report to the District Officer detailing their Internal Committee constitution, cases handled, awareness programs conducted, and overall compliance status for the year.
Who needs to file an Annual Compliance Report? +
All organizations with 10 or more employees that are covered under the PoSH Act, 2013 must file an Annual Compliance Report. This includes private companies, government organizations, NGOs, and educational institutions that have constituted an Internal Committee.
When is the ACR filing deadline? +
The Annual Compliance Report must be filed within 30 days of the end of the financial year (by April 30th). However, specific deadlines may vary by state, so it's important to check with your local District Officer for exact requirements.
What is SHEbox registration and why is it mandatory? +
SHEbox (Sexual Harassment Electronic Box) is the government's online complaint portal for workplace sexual harassment. Registration is mandatory for organizations to enable electronic complaint filing and demonstrates compliance with digital governance requirements under the PoSH Act.
What penalties apply for non-filing of ACR? +
Under Section 26 of the PoSH Act, non-filing can attract fines up to ₹50,000. Repeated non-compliance may lead to cancellation of business licenses or registrations. Additionally, Companies Act violations for incomplete Director's Report disclosures can result in penalties up to ₹3,00,000 for the company.
How does Director's Report disclosure relate to PoSH compliance? +
Under the Companies Act, 2013, companies must disclose their PoSH compliance status in the Director's Report. This includes details about policy implementation, Internal Committee constitution, cases handled, and awareness programs conducted during the financial year.
What documents are required for ACR filing? +
Key documents include Internal Committee member details and qualifications, records of cases received and resolved, awareness session attendance records, policy implementation evidence, SHEbox registration proof, and detailed case resolution documentation with timelines.
Can we file ACR if no complaints were received during the year? +
Yes, filing is mandatory regardless of whether complaints were received. The report should indicate 'nil' complaints but must still demonstrate that proper mechanisms, training, and awareness programs were in place as required under the Act.
How does Ungender help with ACR preparation and filing? +
Ungender provides end-to-end ACR support including data validation, report drafting in District Officer format, SHEbox registration assistance, Director's Report compliance language, audit-ready documentation, and expert review to ensure accuracy and legal defensibility.
Compliance That Protects Leaders and Builds Trust
Ungender's Annual Compliance Report and SHEbox support services ensure your filings under the PoSH Act and Companies Act are accurate, timely, and defensible. We protect your organisation from penalties while building trust with regulators, employees, and stakeholders.
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