National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is set to release the EMRS Answer Key 2025 for various teaching and non-teaching posts in the fourth week of December 2025. Candidates who appeared for the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 will be able to download the official answer key and their response sheets from the official website — nests.tribal.gov.in.
The answer key will help candidates verify their responses, estimate their scores, and assess their chances of progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process.
EMRS Staff Selection Exam 2025
NESTS conducted the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 to fill a total of 7,267 vacancies across multiple posts, including teaching and administrative roles. The examinations were held on 13, 14 and 21 December 2025 in offline (OMR-based) mode.
Highlights of EMRS Answer Key 2025
| Conducting Authority | National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) |
| Exam Name | EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 |
| Posts | Principal, PGT, TGT, Hostel Warden, Staff Nurse, Accountant, JSA, Lab Attendant |
| Total Vacancies | 7,267 |
| Exam Dates | 13, 14 & 21 December 2025 |
| Answer Key Release | 4th week of December 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Official Website | nests.tribal.gov.in |
EMRS Answer Key 2025: What Candidates Should Know
The EMRS Answer Key 2025 will be released post-wise and subject-wise in PDF format. Along with the provisional answer key, candidates will also be able to view their scanned OMR response sheets.
Using the answer key, candidates can calculate their probable marks based on the official marking scheme and evaluate their likelihood of qualifying for subsequent stages such as the Subject Knowledge Examination or Personal Interview (for Principal posts).
EMRS Exam 2025 Marking Scheme
The EMRS ESSE 2025 follows a uniform marking pattern with negative marking applicable across posts.
| Post Category | Total Questions | Total Marks | Marks per Correct Answer | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal, Accountant | 100 | 100 | +1 | -1/3 |
| PGT, TGT & Misc. Teachers | 100 | 100 | +1 | -1/3 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 100 | 100 | +1 | -1/3 |
| Hostel Warden, Staff Nurse, Lab Attendant | 120 | 120 | +1 | -1/3 |
How to Download EMRS Answer Key 2025
Candidates can follow the steps below to access the official answer key and response sheet:
- Visit the official website: nests.tribal.gov.in
- Click on the “Recruitment” section available on the homepage.
- Search for the link titled “ESSE Schedule 2025”.
- Click on the Answer Key link corresponding to your applied post.
- The answer key PDF and scanned OMR sheet will appear on the screen.
- Download and save the documents for future reference.
EMRS Answer Key 2025: Objection and Challenge Process
If candidates find discrepancies in the provisional answer key, they can raise objections through the official portal. NESTS provides an online facility to challenge answers within the stipulated timeframe.
Objection Fee and Guidelines
- Fee: ₹1,000 per question (non-refundable)
- Mode of Payment: Online only
- Only objections submitted with valid justification and payment will be considered.
Steps to Raise Objections
- Visit nests.tribal.gov.in
- Click on the link for Display of Scanned OMR Answer Sheet and Answer Key
- Log in using your Roll Number and Date of Birth
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge
- Upload supporting justification or reference
- Pay the objection fee and submit the form before the deadline
What Happens Next?
After reviewing all objections, NESTS will release the final EMRS Answer Key 2025, based on which the results will be prepared. Candidates qualifying the written examination will be shortlisted for the next phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants are advised to regularly visit the official website and keep their login credentials handy for updates regarding the answer key, results, and further selection stages.
