EMRS Answer Key 2026: Expected Soon for Teaching & Non-Teaching Posts
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is all set to release the official Answer Key for the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025.
The examination for 7,267 vacancies (PGT, TGT, Hostel Warden, Lab Attendant, etc.) was successfully conducted on December 13, 14, and 21, 2025. Candidates who appeared for these exams can expect the provisional answer key and OMR response sheets to be released in January 2026.
Status: EXPECTED SOON (January 2026)
The direct link to download the answer key will be activated on the official website nests.tribal.gov.in.
EMRS Recruitment Exam 2025-26: Key Highlights
| Parameter | Details |
| Organization | National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) |
| Exam Name | EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 |
| Exam Dates | December 13, 14 & 21, 2025 |
| Posts | TGT, PGT, Principal, Hostel Warden, JSA, Lab Attendant, etc. |
| Answer Key Status | Releasing Soon (Jan 2026) |
| Result Date | Expected in February 2026 |
| Official Website | nests.tribal.gov.in |
How to Download EMRS Answer Key 2026
Once the link is active, follow these steps to check your responses:
- Visit Official Website: Go to nests.tribal.gov.in.
- Navigate to Recruitment: Click on the “Recruitment” tab or look for the “News Flash” section.
- Click Answer Key Link: Find the notification titled:
- “Display of Scanned Images of OMR Answer Sheets and Answer Keys for ESSE-2025”.
- Login: Enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth as per your admission certificate.
- Download:
- Download your specific OMR Response Sheet.
- Download the Official Answer Key for your Post & Set Code.
- Calculate Score: Compare your marked answers with the official key (Standard marking: +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect).
How to Raise Objections
- If you find any discrepancy in the official key, NESTS provides a window (usually 2-3 days) to challenge it.
- Fee: Typically ₹1,000/- per question (Refundable if the challenge is accepted).
- Process: Login to the objection portal, select the question ID, upload supporting evidence, and pay the fee.
Important Official Links
| Link Description | Direct Link |
| Download Answer Key (Active Soon) | Click Here (nests.tribal.gov.in) |
| Official Website | www.nests.tribal.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: When was the EMRS 2025 exam conducted?
Ans: The exams were held on December 13, 14, and 21, 2025.
Q2: Is the EMRS Answer Key 2026 released?
Ans: It is expected to be released in the first or second week of January 2026.
Q3: Is there negative marking in the EMRS exam?
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks (1/4th) are deducted for every wrong answer.
Q4: Where can I get the EMRS Hostel Warden Answer Key?
Ans: The answer keys for all posts, including Hostel Warden and JSA, will be available on the official NESTS website under the same portal.
