Right to Information (RTI)

Biswanath College implements the Right to Information Act, 2005 to promote transparency and accountability in its functioning. The College facilitates access to information by maintaining relevant records, appointing designated officers and responding to applications within the applicable statutory time limits.

Any citizen of India may seek information from the College in accordance with the provisions of the RTI Act, 2005.

The RTI Cell of Biswanath College facilitates the processing of applications and coordination with the concerned departments and sections of the College.

• Maintenance of RTI applications and replies.
• Maintenance of records relating to fees and appeals.
• Coordination with Admission, Examination, Accounts, Establishment and Academic sections.
• Facilitation of information disclosure in accordance with the RTI Act.

1. Any citizen of India may submit an RTI application to the Public Information Officer.
2. Applications may be submitted in English, Hindi or Assamese.
3. No prescribed format is mandatory; an application may be submitted on plain paper.
4. Clearly describe the information required and provide the applicant’s contact details.
5. Submit the prescribed application fee. Applicants belonging to the BPL category are exempt from the fee on submission of valid proof.
6. The PIO examines the application, obtains relevant information from the concerned section and communicates the information or a reasoned rejection, where applicable.

In accordance with Section 4(1)(b) of the RTI Act, the College makes relevant institutional information available through its website and notice board, including:

• Governing Body information.
• Staff details.
• Admission process and fee-related information.
• Rules and regulations.
• Budget-related information.
• Decision-making procedures.

The Public Information Officer is responsible for processing RTI applications and coordinating with the concerned sections for collection and verification of information.

Applicants may approach the First Appellate Authority in accordance with the provisions of the RTI Act, 2005, where applicable.