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POLICY RECORD / Scheme / Policy

Right to Information Act, 2005

A legal framework providing eligible citizens a process to request information from public authorities, subject to the Act and its exemptions.

LIVE Policy area: Governance & Institutions Last verified: 2026-10-19
AT A GLANCE

What is this policy?

To promote transparency and accountability by providing a statutory route to request information held by public authorities.

PEOPLE & SCOPE

Who may be affected?

Citizens seeking information from public authorities under the Act, subject to its provisions and exemptions.

ACCESS ROUTE

How is it accessed?

Identify the relevant public authority and follow the applicable central or state RTI filing process. Check the authority’s official guidance.

DOCUMENT LIBRARY

Documents linked to this policy

Requirement: UNKNOWN

Bank Account Details

Starter relationship only. Verify exact policy-specific requirements from current official guidance before publication.

Requirement: UNKNOWN

Mobile Number

Starter relationship only. Verify exact policy-specific requirements from current official guidance before publication.

INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Institutions connected to this policy

IMPLEMENTER · Central

Department of Personnel & Training

DoPT is the nodal department for implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2005.

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VERSION HISTORY

Policy versions

Starter record – current version to verify Effective date not recorded

Initial CMS seed record. Add relevant amendments, rules and state-specific distinctions after verification.

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TRACE THE EVIDENCE

Linked sources

PRIMARY · Official information portal

Right to Information Portal

Government of India · Accessed: 2026-10-19

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Important

This record is an information and research aid, not a legal eligibility decision. Verify current rules, deadlines and access routes with the responsible authority.