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RTI First Appeal

No reply or a poor reply? File the first appeal

A first appeal under Section 19(1) of the RTI Act, 2005 to the First Appellate Authority, where the PIO has not replied within 30 days, denied information, given an incomplete or misleading reply, or demanded an unreasonable fee. We set out the grounds and the relief sought.
What you'll need to provide
  • Your name (appellant)
  • Your address
  • Public authority / department
  • Date of your original RTI application
  • What happened?
  • Grounds — why the response was wrong / inadequate
  • First Appellate Authority (if known)
A preparation aid — not legal advice. This document is drafted from the details you provide. Please have it reviewed and validated by a competent lawyer before you sign, serve, file or rely on it. MSME Prime does not replace a lawyer.