The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has officially released the EMRS Answer Key2025 for the Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) Staff Selection Exam (ESSE). Candidates who appeared for various teaching and non-teaching positions, including TGT, PGT, Hostel Warden, and Accountant, held on December 13, 14, and 21, 2025, can now access their provisional answer keys along with scanned OMR sheets.
This answer key allows candidates to estimate their scores before the official results are announced, helping them plan for the next phase of the recruitment process.
Direct Link to EMRS Answer Key 2025
Candidates can check the official EMRS Answer Key 2025 by using their roll number and date of birth, as mentioned on their admit card. The direct link is available on the official NESTS website.
EMRS Answer Key 2025: Overview and Important Dates
The EMRS Answer Key 2025 was released on January 5, 2026. NESTS has provided the link for both teaching and non-teaching posts. The following table summarizes the key details:
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) |
| Total Vacancies | 7,267 |
| Exam Dates | 13, 14, 21 December 2025 |
| Answer Key Release | 5 January 2026 |
| Official Website | nests.tribal.gov.in |
How to Download EMRS Answer Key and OMR Sheet
Follow these steps to download the EMRS Answer Key 2025 and your OMR response sheet:
- Visit the official website: nests.tribal.gov.in
- Click on the Recruitment tab on the homepage.
- Select the link “Display of Scanned Image of OMR Answer Sheet and Answer Key for ESSE 2025”.
- Enter your roll number and date of birth and submit.
- Your OMR sheet and provisional answer key PDF will appear on the screen.
- Download it for future reference.
How to Calculate Your EMRS Score Using the Answer Key
Once you have downloaded the answer key, you can calculate your estimated score using the following method:
- Compare your marked answers with the official answer key.
- Assign 1 mark for every correct answer.
- Deduct 0.33 marks for every incorrect answer.
- No marks are added or deducted for unattempted questions.
Score Formula:
Total Score = (Correct Answers × 1) − (Incorrect Answers × 0.33)
How to Raise Objections Against EMRS Answer Key 2025
If you find any discrepancy in the answer key, you can raise an objection by following these steps:
- Visit nests.tribal.gov.in and click on the Recruitment tab.
- Select “Display of Scanned Image of OMR Answer Sheet and Answer Key for ESSE 2025”.
- Click on the “Challenge Answer Key” link.
- Choose the specific question(s) you wish to contest from the dropdown menu.
- Upload a scanned PDF of reliable proof (standard textbooks or official government sources).
- Pay the required fee and submit your objection.
Candidates are advised to carefully follow the guidelines to ensure their objections are considered.
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