Examining the Impact of Organizational Commitment on Absenteeism in Private Sector Employees

The present study aimed to examine the impact of Organizational Commitment on Absenteeism in Private Sector Employees. It also aimed at finding out how different kinds of organizational commitments (Affective, Continuance, and Normative) impact absenteeism in private sector employees. Ex post facto research design has been used and data were collected from 100 private sector employees from different organizations in Kolkata through purposive sampling. Necessary information was collected to calculate the rate of absenteeism within the working organization. Further, Organizational commitment was assessed through the Organizational commitment questionnaire (Porter et al., 1974). Statistical analysis through Pearson correlation showed a significant relationship of Absenteeism with Affective and Normative commitment. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that Affective and Normative commitment can significantly predict Absenteeism in employees with 14.2% and 12.1% variation in Absenteeism rates may be attributable to Affective and Normative commitment respectively. The results have been explained in terms of the current scenario of private sector employees. This study highlights the importance of internal motivation for workplace attendance. Affective and Normative Commitment are linked to reduced absenteeism. Organizational leaders can foster belonging and appreciation to increase affective commitment and productivity. Reinforcing existing ethics and aligning organizational benefits can enhance Normative Commitment. Keywords: Absenteeism, Human resource, Private sector, Organizational Behaviour, Organizational Commitment