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Karnataka RTI Guide 2026 — RTI Wiki Citizen Guide 2026

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(karnataka rti, rti karnataka 2026, karnataka information commission, sic karnataka, rti rules karnataka, karnataka pio)
	+	metatag-description=(Complete 2026 RTI guide for Karnataka — fees, payment modes, State Information Commission, online portal, sample RTIs, case law, helplines.)
	+	metatag-title=(Karnataka RTI Guide 2026 — Rules, SIC, Templates)}}
	+	====== Karnataka RTI Guide 2026 — RTI Wiki Citizen Guide 2026 ======
	+	{{ :og/card-02.png?direct&1200 \|Karnataka RTI — RTI Wiki}}
	+
	+	The Right to Information Act, 2005 applies fully in Karnataka. State-specific rules under §27 govern fee, format, and First Appeal procedure. Capital: Bengaluru. State Information Commission: [[https://kic.karnataka.gov.in\|https://kic.karnataka.gov.in]]. RTI fee: ₹10. Online portal: [[https://rtionline.karnataka.gov.in\|rtionline.karnataka.gov.in]]. This guide gives you the operational rules + sample RTIs + key state authorities + escalation ladder for Karnataka citizens.
	+
	+	<WRAP center round info 95%>
	+	TL;DR — Karnataka RTI:
	+	* Fee: ₹10 (BPL exempt under §7(5)).
	+	* First Appeal fee: ₹0.
	+	* Reply deadline: 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty).
	+	* First Appeal: 30 days from PIO order.
	+	* Second Appeal: 90 days from FAA order, to State Information Commission (Karnataka).
	+	* Online filing: [[https://rtionline.karnataka.gov.in\|rtionline.karnataka.gov.in]].
	+	\\ \\ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html?prefill=I want to file an RTI in Karnataka regarding [SUBJECT]. Please draft a state-appropriate RTI letter to the relevant PIO.\|🪄 Draft my Karnataka RTI with AI →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	Reviewed on: 23 April 2026.
	+
	+	===== Karnataka — at a glance =====
	+
	+	^ Item ^ Detail ^
	+	\| State capital \| Bengaluru \|
	+	\| RTI application fee (state) \| ₹10 \|
	+	\| First Appeal fee \| ₹0 \|
	+	\| Reply deadline \| 30 days (§7(1)) \|
	+	\| Online portal \| [[https://rtionline.karnataka.gov.in\|rtionline.karnataka.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| State Information Commission \| [[https://kic.karnataka.gov.in\|website]] \|
	+	\| Key authorities \| Karnataka Information Commission · BBMP · BMRDA \|
	+
	+	===== How to file an RTI in Karnataka =====
	+
	+	- Online (where available): Use the state portal [[https://rtionline.karnataka.gov.in\|rtionline.karnataka.gov.in]].
	+	- By post: Address to the Public Information Officer of the concerned department. Send by Registered Post.
	+	- Walk-in: At the department's office during working hours. Get a dated receipt.
	+	- Pay ₹10 via Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of "Accounts Officer, [Department]" — OR via the online portal payment gateway.
	+	- BPL applicants: No fee. Attach BPL/Antyodaya/AAY card.
	+
	+	===== Key Karnataka authorities (most-used) =====
	+
	+	Karnataka Information Commission · BBMP · BMRDA
	+
	+	For Central Government RTIs filed FROM Karnataka, use [[https://rtionline.gov.in\|rtionline.gov.in]] which routes to the relevant central ministry.
	+
	+	===== Sample RTI — to a Karnataka state department =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Public Information Officer,
	+	[Department name],
	+	Government of Karnataka,
	+	[Department address, Bengaluru].
	+
	+	Subject: RTI under §6 of the RTI Act, 2005 — [your subject]
	+
	+	Sir/Madam,
	+
	+	Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, I, [Name], resident of
	+	[address with PIN], request the following information:
	+
	+	1. [Specific item 1.]
	+	2. [Specific item 2.]
	+	3. Copy of the noting sheet of the file from receipt till the date
	+	of this reply.
	+	4. Name, designation, and contact of the dealing officer at present.
	+	5. Service standard / SLA applicable to this matter and the reason
	+	for delay, if any.
	+
	+	I am enclosing ₹10 via IPO in favour of "Accounts Officer,
	+	[Department]". (BPL applicants: card copy enclosed; fee waived under §7(5).)
	+
	+	Yours faithfully,
	+	[Name]
	+	[Address, mobile, email]
	+	Date: [Today]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample First Appeal — to the FAA =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The First Appellate Authority,
	+	[Senior officer designation, e.g., Joint Secretary],
	+	[Department name], Government of Karnataka,
	+	[Address, Bengaluru].
	+
	+	Subject: First Appeal under §19(1) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample Second Appeal — to Karnataka SIC =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Registrar,
	+	Karnataka State Information Commission,
	+	[Address from https://kic.karnataka.gov.in].
	+
	+	Subject: Second Appeal under §19(3) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Karnataka-specific case law =====
	+
	+	* Mahesh v. KIC (Karnataka HC 2021) — beneficiary lists — currently controlling on this state's RTI practice.
	+	* General Supreme Court rulings apply: see [[:pio-supreme-court-rulings\|10 Landmark SC RTI Rulings]].
	+	* Apply [[:pio-high-court-rulings\|HC rulings]] of your jurisdiction.
	+
	+	===== Common citizen RTIs in Karnataka (with our guides) =====
	+
	+	* Passport delay → [[:passport-delay-rti\|Passport Delay RTI]]
	+	* EPF / PF claim → [[:epfo-claim-status-rti\|EPFO Claim Status RTI]]
	+	* Income Tax refund → [[:income-tax-refund-delay-rti\|IT Refund RTI]]
	+	* PAN card delay → [[:pan-card-delay-rti\|PAN Card Delay RTI]]
	+	* FIR copy → [[:fir-copy-rti\|How to Get an FIR Copy]]
	+	* MGNREGA wage delay → [[:mgnrega-wage-delay-rti\|MGNREGA RTI]]
	+	* PMAY status → [[:pmay-status-rti\|PMAY Status RTI]]
	+	* Driving licence → [[:driving-licence-delay-rti\|Driving Licence RTI]]
	+	* Ration card → [[:ration-card-verification-rti\|Ration Card RTI]]
	+	* IRCTC refund → [[:irctc-refund-delay-rti\|IRCTC RTI]]
	+
	+	===== Escalation ladder (Karnataka) =====
	+
	+	- Day 0 — File RTI to PIO (online or registered post).
	+	- Day 30 — PIO reply due under §7(1).
	+	- Day 60 — First Appeal under §19(1) to FAA (within 30 days of PIO order).
	+	- Day 60-105 — FAA decision due (30-45 days under §19(6)).
	+	- Day 195 — Second Appeal under §19(3) to Karnataka SIC.
	+	- Last resort — Writ under Article 226 to the High Court of Karnataka.
	+
	+	===== Helplines & grievance portals =====
	+
	+	* CPGRAMS (Central): [[https://pgportal.gov.in\|pgportal.gov.in]]
	+	* State portal: [[https://rtionline.karnataka.gov.in\|rtionline.karnataka.gov.in]]
	+	* State SIC: [[https://kic.karnataka.gov.in\|https://kic.karnataka.gov.in]]
	+	* National RTI helpline: Use the state's general grievance number.
	+
	+	===== FAQ =====
	+
	+	==== What is the RTI fee in Karnataka? ====
	+
	+	₹10 under the Karnataka RTI Rules. BPL exempt under §7(5). Pay via Indian Postal Order (IPO) for postal filings or via the online portal where available.
	+
	+	==== Can I file RTI online in Karnataka? ====
	+
	+	Yes — at [[https://rtionline.karnataka.gov.in\|rtionline.karnataka.gov.in]]. Most state departments respond within 30 days.
	+
	+	==== Who is the Karnataka State Information Commissioner? ====
	+
	+	The Karnataka SIC composition is updated on its website [[https://kic.karnataka.gov.in\|https://kic.karnataka.gov.in]]. Composition changes periodically — check the website for current Commissioners.
	+
	+	==== What if my Second Appeal at Karnataka SIC takes too long? ====
	+
	+	If the Second Appeal hearing is delayed beyond reasonable time, file a writ petition under Article 226 to the High Court of Karnataka. The HC has supervisory jurisdiction over the SIC.
	+
	+	==== How do I pay the RTI fee in Karnataka? ====
	+
	+	(a) Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of the Accounts Officer of the concerned department; (b) Demand Draft in some districts; (c) Online via the state portal where it accepts payment; (d) Cash at counter during walk-in filing (get receipt).
	+
	+	===== Related reading =====
	+
	+	* [[:states-rti\|All-states RTI comparison]]
	+	* [[:rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide\|First Appeal & Second Appeal Complete Guide]]
	+	* [[:section-8-rti-exemptions\|§8 Exemptions explained]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/fee-calculator.html\|Fee Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/deadline-calculator.html\|Deadline Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* Right to Information Act, 2005 — [[https://rti.gov.in\|rti.gov.in]]
	+	* Karnataka RTI Rules (state notification)
	+	* Karnataka State Information Commission — [[https://kic.karnataka.gov.in\|https://kic.karnataka.gov.in]]
	+	* Central Information Commission — [[https://cic.gov.in\|cic.gov.in]]
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 23 April 2026 by the RTI Wiki editorial team.//
	+
	+	{{tag>rti karnataka state-rti state-information-commission how-to-guide 2026}}

Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI Guide 2026

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	+	metatag-description=(Complete 2026 RTI guide for Jammu & Kashmir (UT) — fees, payment modes, State Information Commission, online portal, sample RTIs, case law, helplines.)
	+	metatag-title=(Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI Guide 2026 — Rules, SIC, Templates)}}
	+	====== Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI Guide 2026 ======
	+
	+	{{ :og/card-03.png?direct&1200 \|Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI — RTI Wiki}}
	+
	+	The Right to Information Act, 2005 applies fully in Jammu & Kashmir (UT). State-specific rules under §27 govern fee, format, and First Appeal procedure. Capital: Srinagar / Jammu. State Information Commission: [[https://jkccs.net\|https://jkccs.net]]. RTI fee: ₹10. Online portal: Not yet — file by post. This guide gives you the operational rules + sample RTIs + key state authorities + escalation ladder for Jammu & Kashmir (UT) citizens.
	+
	+	<WRAP center round info 95%>
	+	TL;DR — Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI:
	+	* Fee: ₹10 (BPL exempt under §7(5)).
	+	* First Appeal fee: ₹0.
	+	* Reply deadline: 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty).
	+	* First Appeal: 30 days from PIO order.
	+	* Second Appeal: 90 days from FAA order, to State Information Commission (Jammu & Kashmir (UT)).
	+	* Online filing: Not yet — file by post.
	+	\\ \\ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html?prefill=I want to file an RTI in Jammu & Kashmir (UT) regarding [SUBJECT]. Please draft a state-appropriate RTI letter to the relevant PIO.\|🪄 Draft my Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI with AI →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	Reviewed on: 23 April 2026.
	+
	+	===== Jammu & Kashmir (UT) — at a glance =====
	+
	+	^ Item ^ Detail ^
	+	\| State capital \| Srinagar / Jammu \|
	+	\| RTI application fee (state) \| ₹10 \|
	+	\| First Appeal fee \| ₹0 \|
	+	\| Reply deadline \| 30 days (§7(1)) \|
	+	\| Online portal \| Not yet — file by post \|
	+	\| State Information Commission \| [[https://jkccs.net\|website]] \|
	+	\| Key authorities \| J&K UT Administration (post-Aug 2019) · Lieutenant Governor's Secretariat \|
	+
	+	===== How to file an RTI in Jammu & Kashmir (UT) =====
	+
	+	- Online (where available): Use the state portal Not yet — file by post.
	+	- By post: Address to the Public Information Officer of the concerned department. Send by Registered Post.
	+	- Walk-in: At the department's office during working hours. Get a dated receipt.
	+	- Pay ₹10 via Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of "Accounts Officer, [Department]" — OR via the online portal payment gateway.
	+	- BPL applicants: No fee. Attach BPL/Antyodaya/AAY card.
	+
	+	===== Key Jammu & Kashmir (UT) authorities (most-used) =====
	+
	+	J&K UT Administration (post-Aug 2019) · Lieutenant Governor's Secretariat
	+
	+	For Central Government RTIs filed FROM Jammu & Kashmir (UT), use [[https://rtionline.gov.in\|rtionline.gov.in]] which routes to the relevant central ministry.
	+
	+	===== Sample RTI — to a Jammu & Kashmir (UT) state department =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Public Information Officer,
	+	[Department name],
	+	Government of Jammu & Kashmir (UT),
	+	[Department address, Srinagar / Jammu].
	+
	+	Subject: RTI under §6 of the RTI Act, 2005 — [your subject]
	+
	+	Sir/Madam,
	+
	+	Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, I, [Name], resident of
	+	[address with PIN], request the following information:
	+
	+	1. [Specific item 1.]
	+	2. [Specific item 2.]
	+	3. Copy of the noting sheet of the file from receipt till the date
	+	of this reply.
	+	4. Name, designation, and contact of the dealing officer at present.
	+	5. Service standard / SLA applicable to this matter and the reason
	+	for delay, if any.
	+
	+	I am enclosing ₹10 via IPO in favour of "Accounts Officer,
	+	[Department]". (BPL applicants: card copy enclosed; fee waived under §7(5).)
	+
	+	Yours faithfully,
	+	[Name]
	+	[Address, mobile, email]
	+	Date: [Today]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample First Appeal — to the FAA =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The First Appellate Authority,
	+	[Senior officer designation, e.g., Joint Secretary],
	+	[Department name], Government of Jammu & Kashmir (UT),
	+	[Address, Srinagar / Jammu].
	+
	+	Subject: First Appeal under §19(1) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample Second Appeal — to Jammu & Kashmir (UT) SIC =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Registrar,
	+	Jammu & Kashmir (UT) State Information Commission,
	+	[Address from https://jkccs.net].
	+
	+	Subject: Second Appeal under §19(3) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Jammu & Kashmir (UT)-specific case law =====
	+
	+	* Anuradha Bhasin v. UoI (SC 2020) — connectivity restrictions — currently controlling on this state's RTI practice.
	+	* General Supreme Court rulings apply: see [[:pio-supreme-court-rulings\|10 Landmark SC RTI Rulings]].
	+	* Apply [[:pio-high-court-rulings\|HC rulings]] of your jurisdiction.
	+
	+	===== Common citizen RTIs in Jammu & Kashmir (UT) (with our guides) =====
	+
	+	* Passport delay → [[:passport-delay-rti\|Passport Delay RTI]]
	+	* EPF / PF claim → [[:epfo-claim-status-rti\|EPFO Claim Status RTI]]
	+	* Income Tax refund → [[:income-tax-refund-delay-rti\|IT Refund RTI]]
	+	* PAN card delay → [[:pan-card-delay-rti\|PAN Card Delay RTI]]
	+	* FIR copy → [[:fir-copy-rti\|How to Get an FIR Copy]]
	+	* MGNREGA wage delay → [[:mgnrega-wage-delay-rti\|MGNREGA RTI]]
	+	* PMAY status → [[:pmay-status-rti\|PMAY Status RTI]]
	+	* Driving licence → [[:driving-licence-delay-rti\|Driving Licence RTI]]
	+	* Ration card → [[:ration-card-verification-rti\|Ration Card RTI]]
	+	* IRCTC refund → [[:irctc-refund-delay-rti\|IRCTC RTI]]
	+
	+	===== Escalation ladder (Jammu & Kashmir (UT)) =====
	+
	+	- Day 0 — File RTI to PIO (online or registered post).
	+	- Day 30 — PIO reply due under §7(1).
	+	- Day 60 — First Appeal under §19(1) to FAA (within 30 days of PIO order).
	+	- Day 60-105 — FAA decision due (30-45 days under §19(6)).
	+	- Day 195 — Second Appeal under §19(3) to Jammu & Kashmir (UT) SIC.
	+	- Last resort — Writ under Article 226 to the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir (UT).
	+
	+	===== Helplines & grievance portals =====
	+
	+	* CPGRAMS (Central): [[https://pgportal.gov.in\|pgportal.gov.in]]
	+	* State portal: Not yet — file by post
	+	* State SIC: [[https://jkccs.net\|https://jkccs.net]]
	+	* National RTI helpline: Use the state's general grievance number.
	+
	+	===== FAQ =====
	+
	+	==== What is the RTI fee in Jammu & Kashmir (UT)? ====
	+
	+	₹10 under the Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI Rules. BPL exempt under §7(5). Pay via Indian Postal Order (IPO) for postal filings or via the online portal where available.
	+
	+	==== Can I file RTI online in Jammu & Kashmir (UT)? ====
	+
	+	No — Jammu & Kashmir (UT) does not yet have a unified RTI online portal. File by Registered Post to the concerned department's PIO. Some specific departments may have their own grievance portals.
	+
	+	==== Who is the Jammu & Kashmir (UT) State Information Commissioner? ====
	+
	+	The Jammu & Kashmir (UT) SIC composition is updated on its website [[https://jkccs.net\|https://jkccs.net]]. Composition changes periodically — check the website for current Commissioners.
	+
	+	==== What if my Second Appeal at Jammu & Kashmir (UT) SIC takes too long? ====
	+
	+	If the Second Appeal hearing is delayed beyond reasonable time, file a writ petition under Article 226 to the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir (UT). The HC has supervisory jurisdiction over the SIC.
	+
	+	==== How do I pay the RTI fee in Jammu & Kashmir (UT)? ====
	+
	+	(a) Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of the Accounts Officer of the concerned department; (b) Demand Draft in some districts; (c) Online via the state portal where it accepts payment; (d) Cash at counter during walk-in filing (get receipt).
	+
	+	===== Related reading =====
	+
	+	* [[:states-rti\|All-states RTI comparison]]
	+	* [[:rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide\|First Appeal & Second Appeal Complete Guide]]
	+	* [[:section-8-rti-exemptions\|§8 Exemptions explained]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/fee-calculator.html\|Fee Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/deadline-calculator.html\|Deadline Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* Right to Information Act, 2005 — [[https://rti.gov.in\|rti.gov.in]]
	+	* Jammu & Kashmir (UT) RTI Rules (state notification)
	+	* Jammu & Kashmir (UT) State Information Commission — [[https://jkccs.net\|https://jkccs.net]]
	+	* Central Information Commission — [[https://cic.gov.in\|cic.gov.in]]
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 23 April 2026 by the RTI Wiki editorial team.//
	+
	+	{{tag>rti jammu-kashmir state-rti state-information-commission how-to-guide 2026}}

West Bengal RTI Guide 2026 — RTI Wiki Citizen Guide 2026

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 03 May 2026 08:37:01 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(west bengal rti, rti west bengal 2026, west bengal information commission, sic west bengal, rti rules west bengal, west bengal pio)
	+	metatag-description=(Complete 2026 RTI guide for West Bengal — fees, payment modes, State Information Commission, online portal, sample RTIs, case law, helplines.)
	+	metatag-title=(West Bengal RTI Guide 2026 — Rules, SIC, Templates)}}
	+	====== West Bengal RTI Guide 2026 — RTI Wiki Citizen Guide 2026 ======
	+	{{ :og/card-09.png?direct&1200 \|West Bengal RTI — RTI Wiki}}
	+
	+	The Right to Information Act, 2005 applies fully in West Bengal. State-specific rules under §27 govern fee, format, and First Appeal procedure. Capital: Kolkata. State Information Commission: [[https://wbic.nic.in\|https://wbic.nic.in]]. RTI fee: ₹10. Online portal: Not yet — file by post. This guide gives you the operational rules + sample RTIs + key state authorities + escalation ladder for West Bengal citizens.
	+
	+	<WRAP center round info 95%>
	+	TL;DR — West Bengal RTI:
	+	* Fee: ₹10 (BPL exempt under §7(5)).
	+	* First Appeal fee: ₹0.
	+	* Reply deadline: 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty).
	+	* First Appeal: 30 days from PIO order.
	+	* Second Appeal: 90 days from FAA order, to State Information Commission (West Bengal).
	+	* Online filing: Not yet — file by post.
	+	\\ \\ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html?prefill=I want to file an RTI in West Bengal regarding [SUBJECT]. Please draft a state-appropriate RTI letter to the relevant PIO.\|🪄 Draft my West Bengal RTI with AI →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	Reviewed on: 23 April 2026.
	+
	+	===== West Bengal — at a glance =====
	+
	+	^ Item ^ Detail ^
	+	\| State capital \| Kolkata \|
	+	\| RTI application fee (state) \| ₹10 \|
	+	\| First Appeal fee \| ₹0 \|
	+	\| Reply deadline \| 30 days (§7(1)) \|
	+	\| Online portal \| Not yet — file by post \|
	+	\| State Information Commission \| [[https://wbic.nic.in\|website]] \|
	+	\| Key authorities \| West Bengal IC, Kolkata · KMC + KMDA \|
	+
	+	===== How to file an RTI in West Bengal =====
	+
	+	- Online (where available): Use the state portal Not yet — file by post.
	+	- By post: Address to the Public Information Officer of the concerned department. Send by Registered Post.
	+	- Walk-in: At the department's office during working hours. Get a dated receipt.
	+	- Pay ₹10 via Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of "Accounts Officer, [Department]" — OR via the online portal payment gateway.
	+	- BPL applicants: No fee. Attach BPL/Antyodaya/AAY card.
	+
	+	===== Key West Bengal authorities (most-used) =====
	+
	+	West Bengal IC, Kolkata · KMC + KMDA
	+
	+	For Central Government RTIs filed FROM West Bengal, use [[https://rtionline.gov.in\|rtionline.gov.in]] which routes to the relevant central ministry.
	+
	+	===== Sample RTI — to a West Bengal state department =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Public Information Officer,
	+	[Department name],
	+	Government of West Bengal,
	+	[Department address, Kolkata].
	+
	+	Subject: RTI under §6 of the RTI Act, 2005 — [your subject]
	+
	+	Sir/Madam,
	+
	+	Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, I, [Name], resident of
	+	[address with PIN], request the following information:
	+
	+	1. [Specific item 1.]
	+	2. [Specific item 2.]
	+	3. Copy of the noting sheet of the file from receipt till the date
	+	of this reply.
	+	4. Name, designation, and contact of the dealing officer at present.
	+	5. Service standard / SLA applicable to this matter and the reason
	+	for delay, if any.
	+
	+	I am enclosing ₹10 via IPO in favour of "Accounts Officer,
	+	[Department]". (BPL applicants: card copy enclosed; fee waived under §7(5).)
	+
	+	Yours faithfully,
	+	[Name]
	+	[Address, mobile, email]
	+	Date: [Today]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample First Appeal — to the FAA =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The First Appellate Authority,
	+	[Senior officer designation, e.g., Joint Secretary],
	+	[Department name], Government of West Bengal,
	+	[Address, Kolkata].
	+
	+	Subject: First Appeal under §19(1) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample Second Appeal — to West Bengal SIC =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Registrar,
	+	West Bengal State Information Commission,
	+	[Address from https://wbic.nic.in].
	+
	+	Subject: Second Appeal under §19(3) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== West Bengal-specific case law =====
	+
	+	* Sudipta Chakraborty v. State of WB (Calcutta HC 2024) — SIC backlog — currently controlling on this state's RTI practice.
	+	* General Supreme Court rulings apply: see [[:pio-supreme-court-rulings\|10 Landmark SC RTI Rulings]].
	+	* Apply [[:pio-high-court-rulings\|HC rulings]] of your jurisdiction.
	+
	+	===== Common citizen RTIs in West Bengal (with our guides) =====
	+
	+	* Passport delay → [[:passport-delay-rti\|Passport Delay RTI]]
	+	* EPF / PF claim → [[:epfo-claim-status-rti\|EPFO Claim Status RTI]]
	+	* Income Tax refund → [[:income-tax-refund-delay-rti\|IT Refund RTI]]
	+	* PAN card delay → [[:pan-card-delay-rti\|PAN Card Delay RTI]]
	+	* FIR copy → [[:fir-copy-rti\|How to Get an FIR Copy]]
	+	* MGNREGA wage delay → [[:mgnrega-wage-delay-rti\|MGNREGA RTI]]
	+	* PMAY status → [[:pmay-status-rti\|PMAY Status RTI]]
	+	* Driving licence → [[:driving-licence-delay-rti\|Driving Licence RTI]]
	+	* Ration card → [[:ration-card-verification-rti\|Ration Card RTI]]
	+	* IRCTC refund → [[:irctc-refund-delay-rti\|IRCTC RTI]]
	+
	+	===== Escalation ladder (West Bengal) =====
	+
	+	- Day 0 — File RTI to PIO (online or registered post).
	+	- Day 30 — PIO reply due under §7(1).
	+	- Day 60 — First Appeal under §19(1) to FAA (within 30 days of PIO order).
	+	- Day 60-105 — FAA decision due (30-45 days under §19(6)).
	+	- Day 195 — Second Appeal under §19(3) to West Bengal SIC.
	+	- Last resort — Writ under Article 226 to the High Court of West Bengal.
	+
	+	===== Helplines & grievance portals =====
	+
	+	* CPGRAMS (Central): [[https://pgportal.gov.in\|pgportal.gov.in]]
	+	* State portal: Not yet — file by post
	+	* State SIC: [[https://wbic.nic.in\|https://wbic.nic.in]]
	+	* National RTI helpline: Use the state's general grievance number.
	+
	+	===== FAQ =====
	+
	+	==== What is the RTI fee in West Bengal? ====
	+
	+	₹10 under the West Bengal RTI Rules. BPL exempt under §7(5). Pay via Indian Postal Order (IPO) for postal filings or via the online portal where available.
	+
	+	==== Can I file RTI online in West Bengal? ====
	+
	+	No — West Bengal does not yet have a unified RTI online portal. File by Registered Post to the concerned department's PIO. Some specific departments may have their own grievance portals.
	+
	+	==== Who is the West Bengal State Information Commissioner? ====
	+
	+	The West Bengal SIC composition is updated on its website [[https://wbic.nic.in\|https://wbic.nic.in]]. Composition changes periodically — check the website for current Commissioners.
	+
	+	==== What if my Second Appeal at West Bengal SIC takes too long? ====
	+
	+	If the Second Appeal hearing is delayed beyond reasonable time, file a writ petition under Article 226 to the High Court of West Bengal. The HC has supervisory jurisdiction over the SIC.
	+
	+	==== How do I pay the RTI fee in West Bengal? ====
	+
	+	(a) Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of the Accounts Officer of the concerned department; (b) Demand Draft in some districts; (c) Online via the state portal where it accepts payment; (d) Cash at counter during walk-in filing (get receipt).
	+
	+	===== Related reading =====
	+
	+	* [[:states-rti\|All-states RTI comparison]]
	+	* [[:rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide\|First Appeal & Second Appeal Complete Guide]]
	+	* [[:section-8-rti-exemptions\|§8 Exemptions explained]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/fee-calculator.html\|Fee Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/deadline-calculator.html\|Deadline Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* Right to Information Act, 2005 — [[https://rti.gov.in\|rti.gov.in]]
	+	* West Bengal RTI Rules (state notification)
	+	* West Bengal State Information Commission — [[https://wbic.nic.in\|https://wbic.nic.in]]
	+	* Central Information Commission — [[https://cic.gov.in\|cic.gov.in]]
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 23 April 2026 by the RTI Wiki editorial team.//
	+
	+	{{tag>rti west-bengal state-rti state-information-commission how-to-guide 2026}}

Lakshadweep (UT) RTI Guide 2026

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(lakshadweep (ut) rti, rti lakshadweep (ut) 2026, lakshadweep (ut) information commission, sic lakshadweep (ut), rti rules lakshadweep (ut), lakshadweep (ut) pio)
	+	metatag-description=(Complete 2026 RTI guide for Lakshadweep (UT) — fees, payment modes, State Information Commission, online portal, sample RTIs, case law, helplines.)
	+	metatag-title=(Lakshadweep (UT) RTI Guide 2026 — Rules, SIC, Templates)}}
	+	====== Lakshadweep (UT) RTI Guide 2026 ======
	+
	+	{{ :og/card-05.png?direct&1200 \|Lakshadweep (UT) RTI — RTI Wiki}}
	+
	+	The Right to Information Act, 2005 applies fully in Lakshadweep (UT). State-specific rules under §27 govern fee, format, and First Appeal procedure. Capital: Kavaratti. State Information Commission: [[https://cic.gov.in\|(no dedicated state portal)]]. RTI fee: ₹10. Online portal: Not yet — file by post. This guide gives you the operational rules + sample RTIs + key state authorities + escalation ladder for Lakshadweep (UT) citizens.
	+
	+	<WRAP center round info 95%>
	+	TL;DR — Lakshadweep (UT) RTI:
	+	* Fee: ₹10 (BPL exempt under §7(5)).
	+	* First Appeal fee: ₹0.
	+	* Reply deadline: 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty).
	+	* First Appeal: 30 days from PIO order.
	+	* Second Appeal: 90 days from FAA order, to State Information Commission (Lakshadweep (UT)).
	+	* Online filing: Not yet — file by post.
	+	\\ \\ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html?prefill=I want to file an RTI in Lakshadweep (UT) regarding [SUBJECT]. Please draft a state-appropriate RTI letter to the relevant PIO.\|🪄 Draft my Lakshadweep (UT) RTI with AI →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	Reviewed on: 23 April 2026.
	+
	+	===== Lakshadweep (UT) — at a glance =====
	+
	+	^ Item ^ Detail ^
	+	\| State capital \| Kavaratti \|
	+	\| RTI application fee (state) \| ₹10 \|
	+	\| First Appeal fee \| ₹0 \|
	+	\| Reply deadline \| 30 days (§7(1)) \|
	+	\| Online portal \| Not yet — file by post \|
	+	\| State Information Commission \| [[https://cic.gov.in\|website]] \|
	+	\| Key authorities \| Administrator's Office · Department of Information \|
	+
	+	===== How to file an RTI in Lakshadweep (UT) =====
	+
	+	- Online (where available): Use the state portal Not yet — file by post.
	+	- By post: Address to the Public Information Officer of the concerned department. Send by Registered Post.
	+	- Walk-in: At the department's office during working hours. Get a dated receipt.
	+	- Pay ₹10 via Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of "Accounts Officer, [Department]" — OR via the online portal payment gateway.
	+	- BPL applicants: No fee. Attach BPL/Antyodaya/AAY card.
	+
	+	===== Key Lakshadweep (UT) authorities (most-used) =====
	+
	+	Administrator's Office · Department of Information
	+
	+	For Central Government RTIs filed FROM Lakshadweep (UT), use [[https://rtionline.gov.in\|rtionline.gov.in]] which routes to the relevant central ministry.
	+
	+	===== Sample RTI — to a Lakshadweep (UT) state department =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Public Information Officer,
	+	[Department name],
	+	Government of Lakshadweep (UT),
	+	[Department address, Kavaratti].
	+
	+	Subject: RTI under §6 of the RTI Act, 2005 — [your subject]
	+
	+	Sir/Madam,
	+
	+	Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, I, [Name], resident of
	+	[address with PIN], request the following information:
	+
	+	1. [Specific item 1.]
	+	2. [Specific item 2.]
	+	3. Copy of the noting sheet of the file from receipt till the date
	+	of this reply.
	+	4. Name, designation, and contact of the dealing officer at present.
	+	5. Service standard / SLA applicable to this matter and the reason
	+	for delay, if any.
	+
	+	I am enclosing ₹10 via IPO in favour of "Accounts Officer,
	+	[Department]". (BPL applicants: card copy enclosed; fee waived under §7(5).)
	+
	+	Yours faithfully,
	+	[Name]
	+	[Address, mobile, email]
	+	Date: [Today]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample First Appeal — to the FAA =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The First Appellate Authority,
	+	[Senior officer designation, e.g., Joint Secretary],
	+	[Department name], Government of Lakshadweep (UT),
	+	[Address, Kavaratti].
	+
	+	Subject: First Appeal under §19(1) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample Second Appeal — to Lakshadweep (UT) SIC =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Registrar,
	+	Lakshadweep (UT) State Information Commission,
	+	[Address from (no dedicated state portal)].
	+
	+	Subject: Second Appeal under §19(3) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Lakshadweep (UT)-specific case law =====
	+
	+	* (handled at Kerala HC + CIC) — currently controlling on this state's RTI practice.
	+	* General Supreme Court rulings apply: see [[:pio-supreme-court-rulings\|10 Landmark SC RTI Rulings]].
	+	* Apply [[:pio-high-court-rulings\|HC rulings]] of your jurisdiction.
	+
	+	===== Common citizen RTIs in Lakshadweep (UT) (with our guides) =====
	+
	+	* Passport delay → [[:passport-delay-rti\|Passport Delay RTI]]
	+	* EPF / PF claim → [[:epfo-claim-status-rti\|EPFO Claim Status RTI]]
	+	* Income Tax refund → [[:income-tax-refund-delay-rti\|IT Refund RTI]]
	+	* PAN card delay → [[:pan-card-delay-rti\|PAN Card Delay RTI]]
	+	* FIR copy → [[:fir-copy-rti\|How to Get an FIR Copy]]
	+	* MGNREGA wage delay → [[:mgnrega-wage-delay-rti\|MGNREGA RTI]]
	+	* PMAY status → [[:pmay-status-rti\|PMAY Status RTI]]
	+	* Driving licence → [[:driving-licence-delay-rti\|Driving Licence RTI]]
	+	* Ration card → [[:ration-card-verification-rti\|Ration Card RTI]]
	+	* IRCTC refund → [[:irctc-refund-delay-rti\|IRCTC RTI]]
	+
	+	===== Escalation ladder (Lakshadweep (UT)) =====
	+
	+	- Day 0 — File RTI to PIO (online or registered post).
	+	- Day 30 — PIO reply due under §7(1).
	+	- Day 60 — First Appeal under §19(1) to FAA (within 30 days of PIO order).
	+	- Day 60-105 — FAA decision due (30-45 days under §19(6)).
	+	- Day 195 — Second Appeal under §19(3) to Lakshadweep (UT) SIC.
	+	- Last resort — Writ under Article 226 to the High Court of Lakshadweep (UT).
	+
	+	===== Helplines & grievance portals =====
	+
	+	* CPGRAMS (Central): [[https://pgportal.gov.in\|pgportal.gov.in]]
	+	* State portal: Not yet — file by post
	+	* State SIC: [[https://cic.gov.in\|(no dedicated state portal)]]
	+	* National RTI helpline: Use the state's general grievance number.
	+
	+	===== FAQ =====
	+
	+	==== What is the RTI fee in Lakshadweep (UT)? ====
	+
	+	₹10 under the Lakshadweep (UT) RTI Rules. BPL exempt under §7(5). Pay via Indian Postal Order (IPO) for postal filings or via the online portal where available.
	+
	+	==== Can I file RTI online in Lakshadweep (UT)? ====
	+
	+	No — Lakshadweep (UT) does not yet have a unified RTI online portal. File by Registered Post to the concerned department's PIO. Some specific departments may have their own grievance portals.
	+
	+	==== Who is the Lakshadweep (UT) State Information Commissioner? ====
	+
	+	The Lakshadweep (UT) SIC composition is updated on its website [[https://cic.gov.in\|(no dedicated state portal)]]. Composition changes periodically — check the website for current Commissioners.
	+
	+	==== What if my Second Appeal at Lakshadweep (UT) SIC takes too long? ====
	+
	+	If the Second Appeal hearing is delayed beyond reasonable time, file a writ petition under Article 226 to the High Court of Lakshadweep (UT). The HC has supervisory jurisdiction over the SIC.
	+
	+	==== How do I pay the RTI fee in Lakshadweep (UT)? ====
	+
	+	(a) Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of the Accounts Officer of the concerned department; (b) Demand Draft in some districts; (c) Online via the state portal where it accepts payment; (d) Cash at counter during walk-in filing (get receipt).
	+
	+	===== Related reading =====
	+
	+	* [[:states-rti\|All-states RTI comparison]]
	+	* [[:rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide\|First Appeal & Second Appeal Complete Guide]]
	+	* [[:section-8-rti-exemptions\|§8 Exemptions explained]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/fee-calculator.html\|Fee Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/deadline-calculator.html\|Deadline Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* Right to Information Act, 2005 — [[https://rti.gov.in\|rti.gov.in]]
	+	* Lakshadweep (UT) RTI Rules (state notification)
	+	* Lakshadweep (UT) State Information Commission — [[https://cic.gov.in\|(no dedicated state portal)]]
	+	* Central Information Commission — [[https://cic.gov.in\|cic.gov.in]]
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 23 April 2026 by the RTI Wiki editorial team.//
	+
	+	{{tag>rti lakshadweep state-rti state-information-commission how-to-guide 2026}}

Tamil Nadu RTI Guide 2026 — RTI Wiki Citizen Guide 2026

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(tamil nadu rti, rti tamil nadu 2026, tamil nadu information commission, sic tamil nadu, rti rules tamil nadu, tamil nadu pio)
	+	metatag-description=(Complete 2026 RTI guide for Tamil Nadu — fees, payment modes, State Information Commission, online portal, sample RTIs, case law, helplines.)
	+	metatag-title=(Tamil Nadu RTI Guide 2026 — Rules, SIC, Templates)}}
	+	====== Tamil Nadu RTI Guide 2026 — RTI Wiki Citizen Guide 2026 ======
	+	{{ :og/card-04.png?direct&1200 \|Tamil Nadu RTI — RTI Wiki}}
	+
	+	The Right to Information Act, 2005 applies fully in Tamil Nadu. State-specific rules under §27 govern fee, format, and First Appeal procedure. Capital: Chennai. State Information Commission: [[https://www.tnsic.gov.in\|https://www.tnsic.gov.in]]. RTI fee: ₹50. Online portal: Not yet — file by post. This guide gives you the operational rules + sample RTIs + key state authorities + escalation ladder for Tamil Nadu citizens.
	+
	+	<WRAP center round info 95%>
	+	TL;DR — Tamil Nadu RTI:
	+	* Fee: ₹50 (BPL exempt under §7(5)).
	+	* First Appeal fee: ₹50.
	+	* Reply deadline: 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty).
	+	* First Appeal: 30 days from PIO order.
	+	* Second Appeal: 90 days from FAA order, to State Information Commission (Tamil Nadu).
	+	* Online filing: Not yet — file by post.
	+	\\ \\ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html?prefill=I want to file an RTI in Tamil Nadu regarding [SUBJECT]. Please draft a state-appropriate RTI letter to the relevant PIO.\|🪄 Draft my Tamil Nadu RTI with AI →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	Reviewed on: 23 April 2026.
	+
	+	===== Tamil Nadu — at a glance =====
	+
	+	^ Item ^ Detail ^
	+	\| State capital \| Chennai \|
	+	\| RTI application fee (state) \| ₹50 \|
	+	\| First Appeal fee \| ₹50 \|
	+	\| Reply deadline \| 30 days (§7(1)) \|
	+	\| Online portal \| Not yet — file by post \|
	+	\| State Information Commission \| [[https://www.tnsic.gov.in\|website]] \|
	+	\| Key authorities \| Tamil Nadu SIC · Corporation of Chennai · CMDA \|
	+
	+	===== How to file an RTI in Tamil Nadu =====
	+
	+	- Online (where available): Use the state portal Not yet — file by post.
	+	- By post: Address to the Public Information Officer of the concerned department. Send by Registered Post.
	+	- Walk-in: At the department's office during working hours. Get a dated receipt.
	+	- Pay ₹50 via Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of "Accounts Officer, [Department]" — OR via the online portal payment gateway.
	+	- BPL applicants: No fee. Attach BPL/Antyodaya/AAY card.
	+
	+	===== Key Tamil Nadu authorities (most-used) =====
	+
	+	Tamil Nadu SIC · Corporation of Chennai · CMDA
	+
	+	For Central Government RTIs filed FROM Tamil Nadu, use [[https://rtionline.gov.in\|rtionline.gov.in]] which routes to the relevant central ministry.
	+
	+	===== Sample RTI — to a Tamil Nadu state department =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Public Information Officer,
	+	[Department name],
	+	Government of Tamil Nadu,
	+	[Department address, Chennai].
	+
	+	Subject: RTI under §6 of the RTI Act, 2005 — [your subject]
	+
	+	Sir/Madam,
	+
	+	Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, I, [Name], resident of
	+	[address with PIN], request the following information:
	+
	+	1. [Specific item 1.]
	+	2. [Specific item 2.]
	+	3. Copy of the noting sheet of the file from receipt till the date
	+	of this reply.
	+	4. Name, designation, and contact of the dealing officer at present.
	+	5. Service standard / SLA applicable to this matter and the reason
	+	for delay, if any.
	+
	+	I am enclosing ₹50 via IPO in favour of "Accounts Officer,
	+	[Department]". (BPL applicants: card copy enclosed; fee waived under §7(5).)
	+
	+	Yours faithfully,
	+	[Name]
	+	[Address, mobile, email]
	+	Date: [Today]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample First Appeal — to the FAA =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The First Appellate Authority,
	+	[Senior officer designation, e.g., Joint Secretary],
	+	[Department name], Government of Tamil Nadu,
	+	[Address, Chennai].
	+
	+	Subject: First Appeal under §19(1) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Sample Second Appeal — to Tamil Nadu SIC =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To:
	+	The Registrar,
	+	Tamil Nadu State Information Commission,
	+	[Address from https://www.tnsic.gov.in].
	+
	+	Subject: Second Appeal under §19(3) of the RTI Act, 2005
	+
	+	[See full template at https://righttoinformation.wiki/rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide]
	+	</code>
	+
	+	===== Tamil Nadu-specific case law =====
	+
	+	* Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam v. Govt of TN (Madras HC 2024) — TN Right to Service Act — currently controlling on this state's RTI practice.
	+	* General Supreme Court rulings apply: see [[:pio-supreme-court-rulings\|10 Landmark SC RTI Rulings]].
	+	* Apply [[:pio-high-court-rulings\|HC rulings]] of your jurisdiction.
	+
	+	===== Common citizen RTIs in Tamil Nadu (with our guides) =====
	+
	+	* Passport delay → [[:passport-delay-rti\|Passport Delay RTI]]
	+	* EPF / PF claim → [[:epfo-claim-status-rti\|EPFO Claim Status RTI]]
	+	* Income Tax refund → [[:income-tax-refund-delay-rti\|IT Refund RTI]]
	+	* PAN card delay → [[:pan-card-delay-rti\|PAN Card Delay RTI]]
	+	* FIR copy → [[:fir-copy-rti\|How to Get an FIR Copy]]
	+	* MGNREGA wage delay → [[:mgnrega-wage-delay-rti\|MGNREGA RTI]]
	+	* PMAY status → [[:pmay-status-rti\|PMAY Status RTI]]
	+	* Driving licence → [[:driving-licence-delay-rti\|Driving Licence RTI]]
	+	* Ration card → [[:ration-card-verification-rti\|Ration Card RTI]]
	+	* IRCTC refund → [[:irctc-refund-delay-rti\|IRCTC RTI]]
	+
	+	===== Escalation ladder (Tamil Nadu) =====
	+
	+	- Day 0 — File RTI to PIO (online or registered post).
	+	- Day 30 — PIO reply due under §7(1).
	+	- Day 60 — First Appeal under §19(1) to FAA (within 30 days of PIO order).
	+	- Day 60-105 — FAA decision due (30-45 days under §19(6)).
	+	- Day 195 — Second Appeal under §19(3) to Tamil Nadu SIC.
	+	- Last resort — Writ under Article 226 to the High Court of Tamil Nadu.
	+
	+	===== Helplines & grievance portals =====
	+
	+	* CPGRAMS (Central): [[https://pgportal.gov.in\|pgportal.gov.in]]
	+	* State portal: Not yet — file by post
	+	* State SIC: [[https://www.tnsic.gov.in\|https://www.tnsic.gov.in]]
	+	* National RTI helpline: Use the state's general grievance number.
	+
	+	===== FAQ =====
	+
	+	==== What is the RTI fee in Tamil Nadu? ====
	+
	+	₹50 under the Tamil Nadu RTI Rules. BPL exempt under §7(5). Pay via Indian Postal Order (IPO) for postal filings or via the online portal where available.
	+
	+	==== Can I file RTI online in Tamil Nadu? ====
	+
	+	No — Tamil Nadu does not yet have a unified RTI online portal. File by Registered Post to the concerned department's PIO. Some specific departments may have their own grievance portals.
	+
	+	==== Who is the Tamil Nadu State Information Commissioner? ====
	+
	+	The Tamil Nadu SIC composition is updated on its website [[https://www.tnsic.gov.in\|https://www.tnsic.gov.in]]. Composition changes periodically — check the website for current Commissioners.
	+
	+	==== What if my Second Appeal at Tamil Nadu SIC takes too long? ====
	+
	+	If the Second Appeal hearing is delayed beyond reasonable time, file a writ petition under Article 226 to the High Court of Tamil Nadu. The HC has supervisory jurisdiction over the SIC.
	+
	+	==== How do I pay the RTI fee in Tamil Nadu? ====
	+
	+	(a) Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favour of the Accounts Officer of the concerned department; (b) Demand Draft in some districts; (c) Online via the state portal where it accepts payment; (d) Cash at counter during walk-in filing (get receipt).
	+
	+	===== Related reading =====
	+
	+	* [[:states-rti\|All-states RTI comparison]]
	+	* [[:rti-first-appeal-second-appeal-guide\|First Appeal & Second Appeal Complete Guide]]
	+	* [[:section-8-rti-exemptions\|§8 Exemptions explained]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/fee-calculator.html\|Fee Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/deadline-calculator.html\|Deadline Calculator]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* Right to Information Act, 2005 — [[https://rti.gov.in\|rti.gov.in]]
	+	* Tamil Nadu RTI Rules (state notification)
	+	* Tamil Nadu State Information Commission — [[https://www.tnsic.gov.in\|https://www.tnsic.gov.in]]
	+	* Central Information Commission — [[https://cic.gov.in\|cic.gov.in]]
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 23 April 2026 by the RTI Wiki editorial team.//
	+
	+	{{tag>rti tamil-nadu state-rti state-information-commission how-to-guide 2026}}

Jammu and Kashmir (UT) — RTI Rules and Resources

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	+	====== Jammu and Kashmir (UT) — RTI Rules and Resources ======
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	+	metatag-description=(Right to Information in Jammu and Kashmir (UT) — the applicable Information Commission, State rules, fee structure, and how to file.)}}
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	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	//A reference note on the working of the Right to Information Act, 2005 in Jammu and Kashmir (UT). Where the State position differs from the Central rules, the State practice is noted. Readers who rely on these rules for a live application, appeal, or complaint are advised to confirm against the official Gazette of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir or the Central Information Commission before filing.//
	+
	+	===== The Information Commission =====
	+
	+	Public authorities under the administration of Jammu and Kashmir (UT) are, for second-appeal purposes, within the jurisdiction of the Central Information Commission. Complaints under Section 18 and second appeals under Section 19(3) against those public authorities are filed before the CIC at New Delhi.
	+
	+	===== Applicable rules =====
	+
	+	* The Right to Information Act, 2005 — the Central Act applies across India, including in Jammu and Kashmir (UT).
	+	* State rules under Section 27 of the Act — Jammu and Kashmir (UT) has notified its own rules covering the form of application, fees, and procedure before public authorities. Confirm the exact title and latest amendment against the current Gazette.
	+	* Second-appeal procedure rules — procedure before the State Information Commission for second appeals under Section 19(3) and complaints under Section 18.
	+
	+	===== Fee structure =====
	+
	+	Application fees in Jammu and Kashmir (UT) are typically Rs 10 per application. BPL applicants are exempt on production of a valid ration card or certificate. Copies of records are charged per page at the rate specified in the rules. The fee may be paid by Indian Postal Order, demand draft, cash at the PIO's counter, or through the online portal where available. Confirm the current fee against the latest State notification, as figures may have been revised.
	+
	+	===== Filing an RTI in Jammu and Kashmir (UT) =====
	+
	+	Filing in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is generally offline, with the e-mail route used in practice by many departments. Applications are submitted at the PIO's counter at Srinagar or Jammu, or at the district headquarters. For Central Government offices, use the Central online portal.
	+
	+	See [[:file-rti-online-india\|How to File RTI Online in India — 2026 step-by-step]] for the Central online procedure, and [[:why-rti-gets-rejected\|Why RTI Applications Get Rejected]] for drafting pitfalls to avoid.
	+
	+	===== Jurisdiction note =====
	+
	+	Since the constitutional reorganisation in 2019, the erstwhile State-specific RTI Act of Jammu and Kashmir has ceased to apply. The Right to Information Act, 2005 (the Central Act) is now the governing law. Second appeals lie to the Central Information Commission.
	+
	+	===== The DPDP 2025 amendment =====
	+
	+	The Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, notified on 14 November 2025, substituted the text of Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act, 2005. The substitution applies uniformly across all States and Union Territories. The public-interest override under Section 8(2) is unchanged. For the practical effect on PIO replies, see [[blog:pio-reply-section-8-1-j-after-dpdp-2025\|Section 8(1)(j) after the DPDP Rules, 2025]] and [[blog:dpdp-vs-rti-2026\|DPDP Act vs RTI — the 2026 position]].
	+
	+	===== Currency caveat =====
	+
	+	Rules, fee figures, and procedural timelines in Jammu and Kashmir (UT) may have been revised by State notification since their original issue. Always confirm the current text against the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir administration portal.
	+
	+	===== Related pages on this site =====
	+
	+	* [[rules:start\|RTI Rules — Central, State, and Commission rules]].
	+	* [[:act\|The Right to Information Act, 2005 — current text]].
	+	* [[:file-rti-online-india\|How to File RTI Online in India — 2026 step-by-step]].
	+	* [[:digital-rti-2026\|The Digital RTI, 2026 — State-by-State online RTI]].
	+	* [[:why-rti-gets-rejected\|Why RTI Applications Get Rejected — and How to Avoid It]].
	+	* [[guide:applicant\|Guide for applicants]].
	+	* [[blog:dpdp-vs-rti-2026\|DPDP Act vs RTI — the 2026 position]].
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	- The Right to Information Act, 2005 (No. 22 of 2005), Sections 15 and 27.
	+	- The State rules notified by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir under Section 27 of the Act.
	+	- The Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 (notified 14 November 2025).
	+
	+	===== Last reviewed on =====
	+
	+	20 April 2026
	+
	+	{{tag>rti rules jk state-rti}}