RTI Application Generator
The Right to Information Act, 2005 gives every Indian citizen the right to request information from any public authority. Generate a correctly formatted RTI application in under 5 minutes.
Generate your RTI application — ₹99How to file an RTI application
Identify the department
Determine which government department or public authority holds the information you need.
Draft your application
Write a formal application addressed to the Public Information Officer (PIO) under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act, 2005.
Pay the application fee
Attach ₹10 as the prescribed fee via postal order, demand draft, or online payment (where available).
Submit your application
Send the application by post, in person, or via the RTI online portal (rtionline.gov.in) for central departments.
Wait for a response
The PIO must respond within 30 days. If they don't, you can file a First Appeal under Section 19(1).
Frequently asked questions
Who can file an RTI?
Any Indian citizen can file an RTI application. You do not need to give a reason for requesting information, and no one can ask you why you need it.
How long does the government have to respond?
The Public Information Officer must respond within 30 days of receiving your application. In matters involving life and liberty, the response must come within 48 hours.
What happens if I don't get a response?
If you don't receive a response within 30 days, or receive an unsatisfactory response, you can file a First Appeal with the First Appellate Authority within 30 days of the deadline.
How much does it cost to file an RTI?
The government fee is ₹10 for central departments. State government fees vary but are typically ₹10–50. BPL card holders are exempt from the fee. Daava charges ₹99 to generate your correctly formatted application.
Daava generates document drafts based on your answers. Please review carefully before filing. This is not legal advice.