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RTI Services

Right to Information — File RTI Online in 5 Minutes

Official Website CIC: 011-26186026 | rtionline.gov.in
Fees: ₹10 per application. BPL holders: exempt.
Processing: 30 days. 48 hours for life/liberty matters.

What is RTI Services?

Right to Information Act 2005 gives every Indian citizen the right to request information from any public authority. Information must be provided within 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty matters). Appeals go to First Appellate Authority and then Central/State Information Commission.

Who Can Apply

  • Any Indian citizen
  • For any public authority (Central/State government, PSUs, courts)

Documents Required

  • No specific documents required
  • Application with name, address, and specific question
  • ₹10 application fee (BPL holders exempt)

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Frame Your Question

Write specific, factual questions. RTI is for facts/documents — not opinions or policy explanations.

2

File Online RTI

For Central govt departments, file at rtionline.gov.in. For state depts, use respective state RTI portal.

3

Pay ₹10 Fee

Pay ₹10 via UPI/card online. BPL holders are exempt with income certificate.

4

Receive Response

PIO must respond within 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty). If no response, file first appeal.

5

Appeal if Needed

First appeal to FAA within 30 days of rejection. Second appeal to CIC/SIC within 90 days of FAA order.

Important Tips

  • Ask specific, factual questions — vague RTIs get delayed
  • BPL holders file RTI free with income certificate
  • Track RTI at rtionline.gov.in with registration number
  • File second appeal to CIC — it has power to impose penalty on PIO

Frequently Asked Questions

QCan I file RTI against private companies?

RTI applies only to public authorities. Private companies are not covered unless substantially funded by government.

QWhat information can be denied?

National security, Cabinet notes, personal privacy, ongoing investigations, and commercial secrets are exempted under Section 8.

QCan I file RTI anonymously?

No, RTI requires your name and address. But your identity is protected — PIO cannot reveal applicant's identity.

Fees

₹10 per application. BPL holders: exempt.

Helpline

CIC: 011-26186026 | rtionline.gov.in

Processing: 30 days. 48 hours for life/liberty matters.