| Attribute | Option A | Option B |
|---|---|---|
| Time to file | DIY (with AI): 5-10 min. Paid: 1-3 days (their team drafts + sends). | |
| Cost | DIY: only ₹10 govt fee. Paid: ₹150-1,500 service fee + ₹10. | |
| Quality of draft | DIY (AI Drafter + Outcome Predictor): generally as good as paid services for routine queries. For complex multi-section requests, paid may be better. | |
| Privacy | DIY: only the PIO sees your application. Paid: their staff also sees it. | |
| Learning value | DIY: you learn the process and can refile anytime. Paid: you stay dependent. | |
| Appeal handling | DIY: First Appeal Builder is free. Paid: charged separately. | |
| When paid still wins | — Multi-state coordinated requests — You are physically unable (mobility/reading) — You explicitly want hand-holding | |
| When DIY wins (most cases) | — You can read English/Hindi — Your request is for one record — You have 10 minutes — You want to keep the service fee |
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This comparison reflects RTI Wiki's understanding of competing options as of April 2026. We are not affiliated with filemyrti.com or CIC.