Right to Information (RTI)

RTI Application Form

If you prefer, you may print this form, sign and send it physically to the CPIO address above, or send a scanned copy by email.

RTI

RIGHT TO INFORMATION ACT 2005 & DECLARATION UNDER SECTION 4(1)(b) OF THE RTI ACT 2005

CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION
2. UGC DIRECTIVE
3. DIRECTIVE OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT
4. FIRST APPELLATE AUTHORITY (FAA) AND PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (PIO)
5. RTI CELL
6. DECLARATION UNDER SECTION 4(1)(b) OF THE RTI ACT 2005
7. ANNUAL REPORT U/S 19(8)(a)(vi) OF THE RTI ACT 2005

1. INTRODUCTION

The Right to Information Act intends to set out the practical regime of Right to Information for citizens to enable them to access the information under the control of public authority in order to promote transparency and accountability in the working of such authority.

Section 2(h) of the Act defines “public authority” as any authority or body or institution of self-governance established or constituted by or under the Constitution or by law made by the Parliament or any state legislature or by notification issued by the appropriate government. It includes bodies owned, controlled or substantially financed by the government.

In accordance with the provisions contained in section 2(j) of the Act, Right to Information means right to information accessible under this Act which is held by or under control of a public authority.

The Preamble to the RTI Act 2005 states:

“An Act to provide for setting out the practical regime of right to information for citizens to secure access to information under the control of public authorities, in order to promote transparency and accountability in the working of every public authority, the constitution of a Central Information Commission and State Information Commissions and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto...”

Click here for the RTI Act 2005 (link to be replaced by official PDF or government page)

2. UGC DIRECTIVE

Implementation of ‘The Right to Information Act, 2005’ in the Universities / Colleges — The UGC has advised all higher education institutions to proactively disclose certain categories of information on their websites and to designate CPIO / PIO / FAA for handling RTI applications.

3. DIRECTIVE OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT

Relevant state government memoranda and circulars related to RTI implementation should be followed. (Insert links or scanned circulars here.)

4. FIRST APPELLATE AUTHORITY (FAA) AND PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (PIO)

In adherence to RTI Act 2005, the FAA and the PIO / CPIO for Satyanarayan Gupt Madhuri Devi Mahavidyalay are:

A) FIRST APPELLATE AUTHORITY (FAA)
Name: Dr. Kaushaliya Tiwari
Designation: Principal (FAA)
Phone: +91-9568573344
Email: [email protected]

B) PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER / CPIO
Name: Mr. Rajnish Jaiswal
Designation: CPIO / Public Information Officer
Phone: +91-9919320149
Email: [email protected]

C) SECTION 4(1)(a) — Records & Accessibility

The college maintains records in a catalogued and indexed manner to facilitate access under the RTI Act. Where resources permit, records appropriate for computerization will be digitized to facilitate quick access.

5. RTI CELL

The college has an RTI Cell functioning under the administrative supervision of the Principal. The FAA and CPIO are members of the RTI Cell. The RTI Cell assists with receiving applications, maintaining records, and facilitating a timely response to applicants.

6. DECLARATION UNDER SECTION 4(1)(b) OF THE RTI ACT 2005

The particulars of the college’s organisation, functions and duties, powers and duties of officers and employees, decision making procedures, norms for discharge of functions, rules/regulations/manuals, categories of documents held, arrangements for public consultation, and the list of boards/councils/committees are maintained and made available on this website as far as possible.

7. ANNUAL REPORT U/S 19(8)(a)(vi) OF THE RTI ACT 2005

Annual returns and information required under Section 19(8)(a)(vi) shall be collated and made available on request or published on the college website as per statutory requirements.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Timeframe: The CPIO will normally respond within 30 days from the receipt of a valid application. If the information concerns life or liberty, the timeframe is 48 hours.
• Fee: Standard fee rules under the RTI Act apply — check the latest fee schedule. Usually, ₹10 for application (varies by state/central rules) + copying charges as applicable.
• Appeals: If not satisfied with CPIO's response, the applicant may file a First Appeal to the FAA within 30 days of the response (or expiry of the 30-day period).
• Where to send: Send physical RTI applications to the CPIO address above or email scanned copy to [email protected].