Get Model Application Format For Seeking Information Under Rti

Filling out the Model Application Format for seeking information under the RTI Act, 2005 is a crucial step to access public information. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help users accurately complete the form online.

Follow the steps to successfully fill out the Model Application Format for RTI.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the application format and view it in an editable format.
2. In the first section, enter the place and date of application. This establishes the context and timing of your request.
3. Address the State Public Information Officer or Central Public Information Officer based on the authority relevant to your information request. Include their name and office address accurately.
4. Provide your full name, postal address, and contact phone number in the designated fields. Ensure all contact details are correct for effective communication.
5. In the subject line, clearly state that your request is for information under the RTI Act, 2005.
6. Begin the body of the application with a respectful salutation, followed by a clear statement indicating the particulars of the information you require, including the subject matter and the period related to the information.
7. List the specific information being requested in detail, using bullet points if necessary to enhance clarity. Specify types of records, documents, or other data you seek.
8. Indicate your preferred language for the information requested in the appropriate field.
9. If the requested information pertains to another public authority, request the transferring of the application accordingly, mentioning the relevant section of the RTI Act.
10. Specify how you wish to receive the information: by post or in person, and mention if you require it to be sent via ordinary, registered, or speed post.
11. If applicable, enclose the required fee for the application using cash, a demand draft, or a banker's cheque. For below-poverty-line applicants, mention the submission of a photocopy of the BPL ration card.
12. Finally, sign or provide a thumb impression on the application form. Make sure to include your name below the signature.
13. Once completed, collect an acknowledgment receipt from the Public Information Officer or Assistant Public Information Officer for your records.

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