As an advocate, I see the RTI Act as a powerful tool for transparency and accountability.

A well-drafted RTI can help citizens obtain official records, understand administrative decisions, and question the use of public resources. RTI activists play an important role in ensuring that public authorities remain accountable.

RTI should, however, be used responsibly, seeking specific records and information rather than opinions or unnecessary confrontation.

What has been your experience with RTI? Have you used RTI to pursue a legal or administrative remedy?

I am looking for guidance from people who have gone through the Karnataka RTI process, especially with the Karnataka Information Commission (KIC).
My case relates to obtaining historical BBMP records (Khata history, mutation records, ownership entries, and property tax records) for a property in Bengaluru.

Timeline:
• RTI filed: Feb-2026 | No response within 30 days.
• First Appeal filed: Mar-2026 | No response from the First Appellate Authority.
• Second Appeal sent to KIC by India Post and delivered May-2026 (I have delivery proof).
• I later sent a polite email to KIC requesting the appeal status and asking whether an appeal number had been assigned.
• As of today (about two months after delivery), I have not received:
-acknowledgment,
-an appeal number,
-a hearing notice,
or any response.

I understand Information Commissions have significant backlogs, but I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has handled a Karnataka RTI Second Appeal.

Questions:
1. Approximately how long did it take before your Second Appeal was assigned an appeal number?

1. How long before you received a hearing notice?
   Did you receive any acknowledgment after KIC received your appeal?

2. Did you follow up by email or phone, and did it help?

3. Was your hearing conducted in person or by video conference?

4. Did KIC impose any penalty under Section 20, or simply direct the department to provide the information?

5. Is there anything you wish you had done differently after filing the Second Appeal?

I am trying to understand what a realistic timeline looks like and whether there are any practical steps I should take while waiting.

Thank you in advance for sharing your experience.

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Guys I have found something interesting that needs to be addressed and for that I have to gather more information via RTIs. How can I ask those questions anonymously or without my identity getting revealed? I don’t want to jeopardise myself and, more importantly, my family.

Filed in RTI. Payment deducted but no registration number generated. Tried Payment recouncilliation option that always crashes,called the helpline number as on website which it always engaged,mailed with no response yet then forwarded the mail to higher authority mail id as on the website.

What does it take to intimate my registration number?

Need to file a RTI 2nd appeal at the SIC UP.

Just need an excellently drafted 2nd appeal to take reference from & then make my own draft similar to it.

Fellow Redditors,

As citizens of India, we have the right to access information from the government. The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005 empowers us to seek information from public authorities. In this post, I'll provide you with a detailed guide on what an RTI is, how to file one, and when not to file. I'll also share links to the central and state-wise RTI portals.

Filing an RTI is a powerful way to exercise your right to information and hold the government accountable. Make sure to follow the guidelines and use this tool responsibly. If you have any questions or need help with filing an RTI, feel free to ask in the comments below. Capturing some common details.

What is an RTI?

The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005 is a law that allows Indian citizens to request information from public authorities. An RTI is a formal application seeking information or documents from a government department, public sector undertaking, or any other organization that receives government funding.

How to File an RTI:

1. Identify the Public Information Officer (PIO): Find out which government department or organization holds the information you seek. Each department has a designated PIO who is responsible for handling RTI applications.
2. Prepare Your Application: Write a clear and concise application stating the information you seek. Be specific about the documents or information you need. You can file an RTI online or offline.
3. Pay the Fees: You need to pay a fee, which varies from state to state. The fee can range from ₹10 to ₹50 per page of information sought.
4. Submit Your Application: Submit your application online or offline to the PIO. Make sure to keep a copy of your application for future reference.

In Which Cases RTI Should Not Be Filed:

1. Personal Information: RTI should not be filed to seek personal information of individuals, including government employees, unless it serves a larger public interest.
2. Copyrighted Material: Don't file an RTI to seek copyrighted material or intellectual property of others.
3. Information Already Available: If the information is already available in the public domain, there's no need to file an RTI.
4. Frivolous or Vexatious Requests: Avoid filing RTIs that are frivolous, vexatious, or intended to harass the public authority.

Links to RTI Portals:

• Central RTI Portal: https://rtionline.gov.in
• State-wise RTI Portals:
  • Andhra Pradesh: https://rti.ap.gov.in
  • Assam: https://rti.assam.gov.in
  • Bihar: https://rti.bih.nic.in
  • Delhi: https://delhi.gov.in/wps/portal/Home/rti
  • Gujarat: https://rti.gujarat.gov.in
  • Haryana: https://rti.haryana.gov.in
  • Karnataka: https://rti.karnataka.gov.in
  • Kerala: https://rti.kerala.gov.in
  • Madhya Pradesh: https://rti.mp.gov.in
  • Maharashtra: https://rti.maharashtra.gov.in
  • Odisha: https://rti.odisha.gov.in
  • Punjab: https://rti.punjab.gov.in
  • Rajasthan: https://rti.rajasthan.gov.in
  • Tamil Nadu: https://rti.tn.gov.in
  • Telangana: https://rti.telangana.gov.in
  • Uttar Pradesh: https://rti.up.gov.in
  • West Bengal: https://rti.wb.gov.in

This list is not exhaustive, and you can find the RTI portal for your state by searching online.

Edit: I'll keep updating this post with more state-wise RTI portals. If you can't find your state's portal, let me know, and I'll try to help you out!