1)

What is the application procedure for requesting information?

1.

Apply in writing or through electronic means in English, Hindi or in Gujarati language to the Public Information Officer (PIO) of the Centre, specifying the particulars of the information sought for. The form can also be downloaded from the website.

2.

Pay fees as may be prescribed. Candidates belonging to the below poverty line category need not pay the fees. However, they have to attach a photo copy of the certificate or ration card issued by the Government.

2)

What is the time limit to get the information?

CSS will endeavour to provide the information in the shortest possible time subject to a maximum of 30 days.

3)

What is the fee?

1.

Application fees to be prescribed which must be reasonable.

2.

If additional fees are required, then the same must be intimated in writing with calculation details of how the figure has been arrived at.

3.

Applicant can seek review of the decision on fees charged by the PIO by applying to the appropriate appellate authority.

4.

No fees will be charged from people living below the poverty line.

5.

Applicant must be provided information free of cost if the PIO fails to comply with the prescribed time limit.

4)

What could be the ground for rejection?

NA

* Procedure for Request of Information, Gujarat Information Commission, http://www.gic.guj.nic.in/rti4.php