RTI APPLICATION FOR STATE GOVT INFORMATION

Format of RTI Application for Information of State Govts, where format is not prescribed under State RTI Rules:

Some states have prescribed format for RTI application under their RTI rules, which needs to be used for that state. Many states have not prescribed such a format. In such cases following format can be used.
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THE RIGHT TO INFORMATION ACT 2005
APPLICATION FOR OBTAINING INFORMATION

Date: ________ By speed/regd .AD post

To,
STATE PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
Dept/Office________________________

Place______________________________

1. Name of the Applicant:


2. Full Address [with phone No.]:

3. Particulars of information required:

4. Details of payment of filing fees:

5. Details of enclosures:

6. Please rush the information to me by speed/registered post.
I am an Indian citizen. Please reply in English.

7. Please also provide me file notings and action taken report on this application along with your reply.

Signature of Applicant
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Short guidelines for applying:

1. Decide the exact information you desire to have with period etc. Do not ask for questions. Seek information and copies of record relating to your matter.

2. Locate the exact SPIO/Asstt SPIO and his address of concerned Govt. office by visiting website of relevant ministry/dept/undertaking etc [called Public Authority i.e. PA] or by visiting/contacting on phone local office of PA.

3. If you cannot get it as above, address application to SPIO of concerned office or Head Office or ministry to whom the information may pertain. He will mail to correct SPIO within five days of receipt of your application.

4. Please pay application filing fee as prescribed in State RTI Rules, which are available state-wise at www.rti.gov.in

5. Attach self-attested photocopies of papers, which you think would help locate the information by SPIO.

6. Retain photocopy of entire set.

7. Mail by speed/regd. AD post. Avoid courier/hand delivery. Usually RTI applicants are not welcome at govt. offices.

8. Carefully retain postal proof of mailing, AD and official acknowledgement if received.

9. Remit charges if requested by the SPIO towards photocopying etc.

10. If you do not receive reply within 40 days, including postal delay, prepare to file first appeal to the FIRST APPELLATE AUTHORITY. You have 30 days time from the date when information should have reached you, for first appeal.

11. If you receive reply and are not satisfied with it, then within 30 days of receipt of reply by you, you should file first appeal.

12. It is advisable to consult local RTI NGO/activists/useful website like www.rtiindia.org for first and second appeals or complaint for better results. Consultation is normally free as a social service.