HR ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION

Transforming HR Practices into Excellence .


The SIPMAA HR Assessment & Certification Program is a comprehensive, practice-driven initiative designed to evaluate, benchmark and elevate organizational HR Practices. Built on globally aligned standards and real-world HR practices, the program helps organizations assess their people processes across critical domains, identify strengths and improvement areas. We drive measurable HR and business impact. Beyond compliance, SIPMAA certification recognizes organizations that demonstrate people-centric excellence, innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement—positioning HR as a strategic enabler of sustainable growth.

Program Objective

To build a unified HR excellence ecosystem that:

Benchmarks HR practices across core domains

Identifies strengths and opportunities for growth

Recognizes organizations that champion people-centric excellence

Fosters innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement within HR

Why Choose SIPMAA Certification

SIPMAA goes beyond compliance — focusing on HR maturity, innovation, and measurable business impact.

Through this certification, organizations gain:

  • A credible HR excellence assessment aligned with Indian and global standards

  • Actionable insights for transformation and strategy alignment

  • Access to the SIPMAA HR Excellence Network for benchmarking and collaboration

What We Assess

The SIPMAA HR Assessment covers six comprehensive domains that define organizational excellence in people management:

1.Talent Acquisition

Evaluates how effectively an organization attracts, engages, and retains top talent. Focus Areas:

  • Workforce Planning
  • Employer Branding
  • Candidate Experience
  • Sourcing
  • Recruitment
  • Selection
  • Retention

2.Performance Management

Assesses goal alignment, performance measurement, and employee growth systems. Focus Areas:

  • Goal Setting
  • Feedback
  • Appraisal
  • Recognition
  • Continuous Development

3.Learning & Development

Measures the organization’s approach to skill development, capability building, and learning culture. Focus Stages:

  • Discovery
  • Design
  • Engagement
  • Insight
  • Optimization

4.Employee Engagement

Examines how effectively organizations build

  • trust
  • recognition
  • motivation among employees

5.CSR & Social Impact

Analyzes the organization’s commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.Focus Areas:

  • Policy
  • Employee Volunteering
  • Partnerships
  • Recognition
  • Impact Measurement

6.Organizational Culture

Reviews how leadership, values, and behaviors shape the workplace environment. Focus Stages:

  • Culture Diagnosis
  • Alignment
  • Integration
  • Reinforcement
  • Continuous Improvement
Certification Levels
Based on HR Maturity & Excellence Scores
Certification Process

Program Deliverables

Detailed HR Maturity Assessment Report

Domain-wise Scorecard & Benchmarking Insights

Strategic Recommendations for HR Excellence

SIPMAA HR Excellence Certification (Platinum / Gold / Silver)

Invitation to SIPMAA HR Excellence Awards & Knowledge Summits

Benefits of Certification
  • Open to organizations across all sectors

  • Minimum one year of operations

  • Must have an established HR function

  • Commitment to share HR data, policies, and practices

  • Willingness to engage in continuous improvement initiatives

Who can apply?

Through this certification, organizations gain

Sample Certificate Preview

SIPMAA Certified HR Excellence – Platinum Level

Presented to: [Organization Name]

In recognition of achieving the highest standards of HR maturity and excellence.

Certified by: SIPMAA Board of HR Excellence

Validity: 3 Years

(Include Platinum / Gold / Silver certificate image as visual reference.)

Become a Certified HR Excellence Organization

Join India’s growing community of organizations committed to building people-first workplaces. Let SIPMAA help your HR team measure, evolve, and achieve excellence.

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