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Objective: The objective of this study is to understand the experiences of and challenges faced by LGBT+ employees at various workplaces in India.

Introduction: Not many individuals belonging to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT+) community are open about their identity in society or at their workplace. There is scarcity of data on LGBT+ employees at workplace in India with very few employers encouraging active hiring of the community or considering having policies in place for these individuals.

Methods: A survey of 10 questions was conducted and answered by LGBT+ individuals who are employees and currently work in India. The employees of any type of organization were allowed to take the survey. The questionnaire probed into various aspects of their experience at the workplace.

Results: 103 individuals answered the survey. Only 17 (16.50%) responders out of 103 are completely open about their sexual orientation whereas 6 are partially open. 8 survey takers reported to have faced negativity after opening about their sexuality at the workplace whereas 16 out of 23 have faced some form of discrimination. Only 18 survey takers said that they wish to come out to their colleagues in the near future.

Conclusion: Very few (16.50%) LGBT+ employees are open about their sexuality at the workplace. In a society where alternate sexual orientation is still a taboo, discrimination and harassment are likely to happen to these individuals. The study has certain limitations such as small sample size and further research is recommended to build upon the outcomes of this study. Hence, there is a need for protective laws for LGBT employees.