Right to Information (RTI)
Access government information transparently and exercise your fundamental right to know.
RTI Act 2005
Empowering Citizens
Right to Information (RTI)
Access government information transparently and efficiently
About RTI Act 2005
The Right to Information Act, 2005 is an Act of the Parliament of India that empowers citizens to access information from public authorities. It promotes transparency and accountability in government functioning and is a fundamental right under Article 19(1) of the Indian Constitution.
Objective of RTI Act
To empower citizens, promote transparency and accountability in government working, contain corruption, and make democracy work for the people in the real sense.
File RTI Online
Submit your RTI applications online through the official Jharkhand RTI portal for faster processing and tracking.
How to File RTI Application
Identify Department
Determine which government department has the information you need.
Write Application
Frame clear, specific questions in simple language.
Pay Fees
Pay ₹10 application fee through prescribed methods.
Submit & Track
Submit application and track status online.
Important Guidelines
Do's
- Be specific and clear in your questions
- Address to the correct Public Information Officer
- Provide complete contact details
- Pay the prescribed fee
- Keep receipt of application submission
Don'ts
- Don't ask hypothetical or "what if" questions
- Avoid seeking personal opinions
- Don't file multiple applications for same information
- Avoid vague or broad requests
- Don't use RTI for investigation purposes
Quick Information
Major Departments
Appeals Process
First Appeal
File with First Appellate Authority (FAA) within 30 days if unsatisfied with response.
Second Appeal
File with Jharkhand Information Commission within 90 days if FAA doesn't respond.
RTI Helpline
RTI Officers - District Bokaro
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Designation: District Collector
Phone: 06542-233XXX
Email: dc-bokaro@jharkhand.gov.in
Assistant PIO (APIO)
Designation: Additional Collector
Phone: 06542-233XXX
Email: adc-bokaro@jharkhand.gov.in