{"id":18335,"date":"2025-12-16T15:40:02","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T10:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/content\/?p=18335"},"modified":"2026-01-13T10:29:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T04:59:10","slug":"how-to-file-rti-in-income-tax-department","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/content\/how-to-file-rti-in-income-tax-department\/","title":{"rendered":"How to file RTI in Income Tax Department"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Table of Contents<\/p>\n\n\n<nav class=\"wp-block-wpseopress-table-of-contents\"><ol><li><a href=\"#when-and-why-you-should-file-rti-in-the-income-tax-department\">When and Why You Should File RTI in the Income Tax Department<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-information-you-can-ask-through-rti-from-income-tax\">What Information You Can Ask Through RTI from Income Tax<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-file-rti-online-in-income-tax-department-step-by-step\">How to File RTI Online in Income Tax Department (Step-by-Step)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#which-income-tax-office-or-pio-to-select-for-your-rti\">Which Income Tax Office or PIO to Select for Your RTI<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-much-time-income-tax-department-takes-to-reply-to-rti\">How Much Time Income Tax Department Takes to Reply to RTI<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-to-do-if-income-tax-rti-reply-is-delayed-incomplete-or-rejected\">What to Do If Income Tax RTI Reply Is Delayed, Incomplete, or Rejected<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-file-first-appeal-against-income-tax-rti-response\">How to File First Appeal Against Income Tax RTI Response<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-rti-helps-you-actually-resolve-income-tax-issues\">How RTI Helps You Actually Resolve Income Tax Issues<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#need-professional-rti-support\">Need Professional RTI Support?<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/nav>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When and Why You Should File RTI in the Income Tax Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should file an RTI in the Income Tax Department <strong>when official channels stop responding<\/strong> or provide vague replies. RTI is not for opinions \u2014 it is for <strong>documented facts already available with the department<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most users file RTI due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Income tax refund stuck for months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scrutiny \/ notice without clear reason<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rectification request pending<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demand raised but breakup not shared<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Old assessment records not traceable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI works because it <strong>creates accountability under the RTI Act<\/strong>, with a fixed legal timeline and penalty provisions for delay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>File RTI when:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Grievances on e-filing portal remain unresolved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CPGRAMS response is generic or auto-closed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helpline gives verbal answers without records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need written proof for appeal or court<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI is especially powerful <strong>before filing appeal or writ<\/strong>, as it helps you collect official evidence first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Information You Can Ask Through RTI from Income Tax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI allows you to ask only <strong>existing records, documents, files, and data<\/strong> \u2014 not explanations or interpretations. Asking the right information decides success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can legally ask for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Status and movement of your refund file<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reasons recorded for delay or withholding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of processing and officer handling the case<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copies of internal notes, remarks, or approvals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demand calculation sheets and adjustment details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also seek:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Scrutiny selection reason (system\/manual)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copies of notices already issued<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rectification action taken report<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CPC communication logs related to your PAN<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RTI is valid if it asks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cProvide copy of\u2026\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cProvide status as on date\u2026\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cProvide noting \/ remarks available on record\u2026\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RTI is rejected if you ask:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Why a decision was taken (opinion)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Future action or prediction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal advice or justification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Correct drafting ensures <strong>no Section 8 rejection<\/strong> and faster, complete replies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Facing delays, notices, refunds stuck, or no clarity from the Income Tax Department?<\/strong><br>File an RTI through RTIwala to get official status, records, and accountability in writing.<br>\ud83d\udcde Call: +91-7999-50-6996 | \ud83d\udcac WhatsApp: <a>https:\/\/help.rti.link\/<\/a> | \ud83c\udf10 <a>www.rtiwala.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to File RTI Online in Income Tax Department (Step-by-Step)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI in the Income Tax Department is filed <strong>only through the Central RTI Online Portal<\/strong>. There is no separate income-tax RTI website. Filing through the correct portal avoids rejection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Official portal to use:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rtionline.gov.in\">https:\/\/rtionline.gov.in<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before starting, keep these ready:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>PAN (mandatory for identification)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessment Year (if case-specific)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relevant acknowledgment \/ reference number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear, point-specific RTI questions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Online Filing Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Open RTI Online Portal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Visit rtionline.gov.in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Request\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accept the declaration to proceed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Select Public Authority<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Choose <strong>\u201cMinistry of Finance\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then select <strong>\u201cDepartment of Revenue\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do NOT select CBDT randomly unless required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrong authority selection is the <strong>most common reason for RTI transfer and delay<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Fill Applicant Details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Name, mobile number, email ID<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address as per ID proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian citizen option must be selected<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure details match PAN records to avoid identity objections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Draft RTI Application Carefully<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ask <strong>only record-based questions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep each point short and specific<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid \u201cwhy\u201d, \u201cexplain\u201d, or \u201cjustify\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Best practice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>5\u20138 clear points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each point \u2264 25\u201330 words<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mention PAN \/ AY wherever required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5: Upload Supporting Document (Optional)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Upload acknowledgment or notice copy if relevant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not mandatory but helpful in faster identification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6: Pay RTI Fee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>\u20b910 online fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment via UPI \/ Net Banking \/ Card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save acknowledgment number after submission<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This acknowledgment number is <strong>your legal proof<\/strong> of RTI filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Facing delays, notices, refunds stuck, or no clarity from the Income Tax Department?<\/strong><br>File an RTI through RTIwala to get official status, records, and accountability in writing.<br>\ud83d\udcde Call: +91-7999-50-6996 | \ud83d\udcac WhatsApp: <a>https:\/\/help.rti.link\/<\/a> | \ud83c\udf10 <a>www.rtiwala.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Income Tax Office or PIO to Select for Your RTI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Selecting the correct PIO is <strong>more important than drafting<\/strong>. Wrong selection causes <strong>30\u201360 days delay due to transfers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Select the Correct PIO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this simple rule:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For refund \/ CPC issues<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Select: <strong>CPC Bengaluru<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under: Department of Revenue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For scrutiny \/ assessment \/ notice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Select: <strong>Jurisdictional Assessing Officer (AO)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Based on PAN jurisdiction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For policy \/ circular \/ instruction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Select: <strong>CBDT (HQ)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For grievance \/ processing delay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Start with the authority <strong>holding the file<\/strong>, not grievance cell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Identify Your Jurisdictional AO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Login to income-tax e-filing portal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to <strong>Profile \u2192 Jurisdiction Details<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Note AO code, city, and ward<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mentioning jurisdiction details in RTI:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Reduces transfer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improves response accuracy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixes accountability on one officer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens If You Select Wrong PIO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>RTI gets transferred under Section 6(3)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clock resets informally<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reply becomes vague or partial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Correct PIO selection = <strong>faster + document-based reply<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Time Income Tax Department Takes to Reply to RTI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the RTI Act, the Income Tax Department is <strong>legally bound<\/strong> to reply within a fixed time. This timeline is enforceable and delay can attract penalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statutory timeline:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>30 days<\/strong> from the date of RTI filing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>48 hours<\/strong> if information relates to life or liberty (rare in tax cases)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The countdown starts from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Date of online submission (acknowledgment date)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not from the date officer opens the file<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If RTI is transferred:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>New PIO gets <strong>fresh 30 days<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicant is usually not informed properly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What a Valid RTI Reply Must Contain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A complete RTI reply should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Point-wise response to each query<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copies of records, notes, or documents asked<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name, designation, and signature of PIO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appeal details mentioned at the end<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A reply is considered <strong>invalid or defective<\/strong> if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Points are skipped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generic statements are given<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information is denied without section reference<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Such replies are <strong>appealable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Facing delays, notices, refunds stuck, or no clarity from the Income Tax Department?<\/strong><br>File an RTI through RTIwala to get official status, records, and accountability in writing.<br>\ud83d\udcde Call: +91-7999-50-6996 | \ud83d\udcac WhatsApp: <a>https:\/\/help.rti.link\/<\/a> | \ud83c\udf10 <a>www.rtiwala.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do If Income Tax RTI Reply Is Delayed, Incomplete, or Rejected<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI failure does not mean your case is closed. The RTI Act provides a <strong>structured remedy path<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Case 1: No Reply Within 30 Days<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If no reply is received:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You gain <strong>automatic right to First Appeal<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No waiting, no reminder required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Delay itself becomes a <strong>ground of appeal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Case 2: Incomplete or Vague Reply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>File appeal if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Only partial points are answered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cInformation not available\u201d is stated without proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data is denied without citing RTI sections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Case 3: Information Denied or Rejected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rejection is valid <strong>only if<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Section 8 or 9 is clearly quoted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reason is explained point-wise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Rejection is <strong>invalid<\/strong> if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cNot covered under RTI\u201d is written casually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information is labeled \u201cconfidential\u201d without section<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Invalid denial strengthens your appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Facing delays, notices, refunds stuck, or no clarity from the Income Tax Department?<\/strong><br>File an RTI through RTIwala to get official status, records, and accountability in writing.<br>\ud83d\udcde Call: +91-7999-50-6996 | \ud83d\udcac WhatsApp: <a>https:\/\/help.rti.link\/<\/a> | \ud83c\udf10 <a>www.rtiwala.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to File First Appeal Against Income Tax RTI Response<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First Appeal is your <strong>most powerful step<\/strong>. Over 60% RTI cases get resolved at this stage itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step First Appeal Process (Online)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Visit RTI Portal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/rtionline.gov.in\">https:\/\/rtionline.gov.in<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit First Appeal\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Enter RTI Details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>RTI Registration Number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of RTI filing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select concerned public authority<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Draft Appeal Grounds Clearly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Mention delay \/ incomplete reply \/ illegal denial<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refer to RTI sections violated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep it factual and document-based<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Do NOT argue emotionally. Stick to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Timelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrong application of exemptions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Submit Appeal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>No fee required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save appeal acknowledgment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The First Appellate Authority (FAA) must respond within:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>30\u201345 days<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>FAA reply is binding on PIO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How RTI Helps You Actually Resolve Income Tax Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI is not just about information \u2014 it is a <strong>pressure mechanism<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI helps you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Force file movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fix responsibility on officers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collect evidence for appeal \/ court<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unlock stuck refunds, demands, and assessments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Most importantly, RTI creates a <strong>paper trail<\/strong> that departments cannot ignore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need Professional RTI Support?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If RTI drafting, authority selection, or appeal handling feels confusing, <strong>RTIwala<\/strong> provides structured and safe support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RTIwala helps with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Correct RTI drafting (no rejection risk)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying the right Income Tax PIO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filing First Appeal professionally<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow-ups and escalation strategy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcde <strong>Call now:<\/strong> +91-7999-50-6996<br>\ud83d\udd17 <strong>Visit:<\/strong> <a>www.rtiwala.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Can I file RTI in the Income Tax Department online?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. RTI in the Income Tax Department can be filed <strong>online through the Central RTI Online Portal<\/strong> under the <strong>Ministry of Finance \u2192 Department of Revenue \u2192 Income Tax Department<\/strong>. The filing fee is \u20b910, and the reply is legally time-bound within 30 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What type of Income Tax issues can be resolved using RTI?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>RTI is useful for <strong>status-based and record-based issues<\/strong>, such as refund delays, pending rectification, unclear notices, processing status of ITR, or knowing which officer is handling your case. RTI cannot be used for explanations, legal advice, or opinions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How long does the Income Tax Department take to reply to an RTI?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As per the RTI Act, the Income Tax Department must reply <strong>within 30 days<\/strong> from the date of filing. If the information concerns life or liberty, it must be provided within 48 hours. Delays without valid reasons can be challenged through a First Appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Why do Income Tax RTI applications get rejected or incomplete replies?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Income Tax RTIs are commonly rejected due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Asking \u201cwhy\u201d or opinion-based questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requesting information not available on record<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mixing multiple unrelated issues in one RTI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeking third-party personal data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper drafting focused on <strong>existing records<\/strong> significantly reduces rejection risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. What should I do if my Income Tax RTI reply is delayed or unclear?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the reply is delayed, incomplete, or evasive, you can file a <strong>First Appeal within 30 days<\/strong> to the designated Appellate Authority of the Income Tax Department. The appeal challenges non-compliance, not the content itself, and often results in clearer disclosure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents When and Why You Should File RTI in the Income Tax Department You should file an RTI in the Income Tax Department when official channels stop responding or provide vague replies. RTI is not for opinions \u2014 it is for documented facts already available with the department. 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