Refunds & public servicesIndia

RTI wording · records request worksheet

Get your facts together with a trusted grown-up.

Turn a broad question into a precise list of records to request.

DisputePublic officePrep worksheet

Who it goes to: Public Information Officer of the identified public authority

Where it applies: India; check the applicable state and local rules

Prepare this
01 · What is this?

Turn a broad question into a precise list of records to request.

02 · When is it useful?

Use when this task matches your situation and place.

03 · Start here

Identify the authority and period of the records.

Gather your pieces

  1. Identify the authority and period of the records.
  2. Check whether Central or State procedure applies.

Your prep sheet

Replace each [bracketed label] with your own verified details. Open the editor to make it yours, then read it through before sending.

RTI RECORDS REQUEST — WORDING WORKSHEET
Applicant: [Your name]
Public authority / PIO: [Recipient / other party]
Date: [Document date]

Context to identify the records:
[Facts and records]

Specific records, date range and preferred form:
[Records and period]

Request:
[What you want]

Please provide the identified records in the applicable manner under the Right to Information Act, subject to the relevant procedure and lawful exemptions. If a record cannot be located or disclosed, please communicate the applicable response and reasons through the prescribed process.

Before using this text, identify the correct authority and complete the official application details. This worksheet does not itself submit an RTI request.

Your next moves

  1. Adapt this wording to the applicable official request process.
  2. Verify required fee, format and exemptions before submission.

Real-world check

Drafting aid only. Seek identified existing records; do not assume a public authority must create explanations or new analysis. State procedures vary.

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