Right to Information Act 2005 mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information. It is an initiative taken by Department of Personnel and Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions to provide a– RTI Portal Gateway to the citizens for quick search of information on the details of first Appellate Authorities,PIOs etc. amongst others, besides access to RTI related information / disclosures published on the web by various Public Authorities under the government of India as well as the State Governments

1. File RTI Online - How to
Submit RTI Application
Online
Submitted By
Shanmukha Priya Chadarada
CB.SW.P2MSW16027

2. INTRODUCTION
Citizens of India got Right to Information in 2005 and
since then, they have been empowered.
They can now seek any information from the
Government and can also physically inspect the
documents of the government if he/she wishes to do
so.
To add to it’s power, with internet availability almost
everywhere, it is now possible to exercise your Right to
Information Act even online.

3. How to File RTI Online

4. Step 1: Registering with the Official RTI Website of
the Government
The Central government has launched an official
website where you can submit an RTI application
related to departments/bodies under the Centre.
Simply copy paste the following link to your web
browser: https://rtionline.gov.in/
Once there, look for the "Signup Here" option and
click on it.

5. Step 2: Filling up the Form
As soon as you click on the option you will be taken to
another web page where you will see a digital form in
front of you. Fill up the form carefully, providing correct
details.
Also, make sure that the e-Mail ID and the Mobile
Number you provide are valid so that you can receive
notifications and SMS alerts once you file your RTI. Once
you have entered all the details, click on the Submit
option.

7. Step 3: Getting the Activation ID and using it in the
next form
You will now receive a confirmation email which will
state that you have successfully created your account
with the RTI website.
Also, you will receive an activation ID via email. Enter
this activation ID in the next form that will now be in
front of you after the previous form. With this, you will
succeed at creating your account with the official RTI
Website.

8. Step 4: Filing the Request
Now, login from your RTI Account and click on the
Submit Request button. You will see another digital form;
this is your RTI application. Fill in this form correctly to file
RTI online and click on the Submit option.
You will need to frame your questions very carefully and
to the point aimed at the right person and department.
Even a slightest mistake will lead to your application
being rejected.

9. Step 5: Making Payment
 Your RTI request won’t reach the authorities unless you make the
required payment. The amount to be paid is nominal, of Rs.10. Pay
this amount via the online request payment form which will now be in
front of you. Choose the payment option, click on Pay and you will
receive an SMS which will confirm the success of your application.
 The authorities will now review your RTI application and in case
additional fee is required, the Central Public Information Officer will
notify you through the RTI portal.
 You will be issued a unique registration number once you make the
payment. Make sure you keep this receipt number in a safe place as
this number will be needed while tracking the status of your RTI
application.

10. Note:
Filing an RTI can be tricky as there are rules
and formats which need to be followed. If
you fail to take care of even a simple pointer,
your application will be rejected.

11. THANK YOU