If you have searched "POSH training cost per employee", you have probably found prices that differ wildly, from a few hundred rupees to several lakh. Both can be honest. They are usually just pricing different things: a self-paced video, a live workshop, a full compliance programme. This guide explains what you are actually paying for, so you can compare like with like.
The seven things that drive the price
- Format. Self-paced e-learning costs the least per head. Live virtual sessions sit in the middle. In-person workshops, especially across several locations, cost the most because of trainer time and travel.
- Number of employees and sessions. Live training is usually priced per session or per batch, with a batch size limit to keep it interactive. E-learning is usually priced per learner. Larger groups normally bring the per-employee cost down.
- Audience tracks. Employee awareness, a manager module, leadership briefings and Internal Committee training are different programmes. IC training is more intensive and is priced separately.
- Customisation. Scenarios written for your sector, your policy and your languages take more preparation than an off-the-shelf deck.
- Assessment and certification. Scenario-based assessments, completion certificates and attendance records add value, and some cost.
- Compliance add-ons. Policy drafting, IC constitution support, annual report preparation, compliance audits or providing an external member are separate services.
- Experience. The experience level and seniority of the trainer, the ability of the trainer to address multiple stakeholders and keep them hooked to ensure high retention.
Why the cheapest option can cost the most
A low headline price is not a problem in itself. Affordable training done well is exactly what most organisations need. The risk lies in what gets left out. Check whether the quote includes:
- Sessions in the languages your workforce actually speaks.
- Assessments and records you can show an auditor.
- A trainer who can answer real questions about your policy.
- IC orientation, which the law requires separately from employee awareness.
If an IC inquiry is later challenged because members were never trained, a cheap programme becomes an expensive one.
What a fair POSH training quotation should state
| Item | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Scope | Which audiences: employees, managers, leadership, IC |
| Format and duration | Online, live or hybrid; hours per session; number of sessions |
| Batch size | Maximum participants per live session |
| Languages | Which languages are included at no extra charge |
| Assessment | Type of assessment and pass criteria |
| Certificates and records | What you receive, and in what format |
| Locations | Cities covered; travel charges, if any |
| Validity | How long the price holds; terms for refreshers |
How Jijiwisha Society prices POSH training
Very simply put, our prices are perhaps the most competitive in India. For a detailed price list, write to us at president@jijiwishasociety.org. That lets you give us a sharp brief and get the most competitive quote.
As a not-for-profit, our aim is to make good POSH training accessible to organisations of every size, including startups and MSMEs, without cutting the parts that make it effective.