I am Indian citizen ,i want a visit visa ,how do i get ,what are the formalities

You need the following documents:
1. Application Form（V2011A）with a recently-taken color photo glued or stapled on.
2. Valid Passport and a copy of its information page as well as copy of previous Chinese Visas(on an A-4 paper).
3. Original Invitation Letter from China (a company or a person), Tourist Agenda, Personal Written Statement (with details as follows: A. name of the scenic spot; B. name, address and contact number of the inviting company or person; C. name and contact number of your working unit in India).
4. If you could not provide an Invitation Letter from China, the following documents are needed:
A. Tourist Agenda.
B. A copy of confirmed return air ticket and hotel reservation bill.
C. Personal Written Statement (Covering Letter with details as follows: A. name of the scenic spot; B. name, address and contact number of the inviting part (contact company or person).
D. Certification letter from your working unit (with details as follows: name and contact number of the working unit, your income statement or your recent 6 months Bank Statement).

You can apply at the embassy/consulate of your residing place in person or by entrusting someone else to apply on your behalf. To remind you, if you live in New Delhi or Bombay, you have to apply through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center.

Good luck!