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Civil Reviewed Nov 2025
Filing an RTI application
You want to request official information, documents, or records from a government department or public authority.
4 steps 3 documents ~4 min read RTI Online Portal (rtionline
The law
Section 6 of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005.
Your remedy
Right to receive the requested information within 30 days (or 48 hours if it concerns life and liberty).
Steps to take
Documents to gather
Where to go
RTI Online Portal (rtionline.gov.in) or specific Govt Department.
Jurisdiction varies by state — confirm exact venue with a local advocate.
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