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Can RTI be filed through post?

10-Jun-2025
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Answer By law4u team

Yes, an RTI application can be filed through post in India. Key points: The RTI Act, 2005 allows applications to be submitted in writing or through electronic means (email, online portals, etc.). Postal submission is a common and accepted method, especially where online facilities are not available. The applicant should send the RTI application by registered post or speed post to the Public Information Officer (PIO) of the concerned public authority. It is advisable to keep proof of dispatch and a copy of the application for future reference. The RTI application must include the applicant’s name, contact details, and payment of the prescribed fee (if applicable). Summary: RTI applications can be sent by post, and it is a valid and widely used mode of filing an RTI request under Indian law.

Answer By Anik

Dear Client, Yes, an RTI (Right to Information) application can be submitted by post. It is a legally valid and widely practiced procedure, particularly if the applicant is not able to come to the office or is from a different city. To make an RTI application through post, the applicant has to put the request in plain paper (or on a prescribed format, if any), addressed to the Public Information Officer (PIO) of the concerned public authority.The application must specify clearly the information requested, the applicant's name and address, and it must be signed. The application should be accompanied by the prescribed RTI fee, usually ₹10. The payment has to be made in Indian Postal Order (IPO), demand draft, banker's cheque, or any other means of payment acceptable to the authority. IPO is usually accepted in the majority of central government departments. The fee and application must be posted by ordinary post, registered post, or speed post to the proper address of the PIO. When received, the PIO must reply within 30 days under the RTI Act, 2005. Thus, submitting an RTI by post is not only allowed but is even a viable option for seeking information from government offices in India. I hope this answer helps. In case of future queries, please feel free to contact us. Thank you.

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