National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has officially released the EMRS Answer Key 2025 on 5 January 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) Recruitment Examination 2025 can now download the provisional answer key from the official website and evaluate their performance.
The answer key has been issued for both teaching posts (PGT, TGT, Principal) and non-teaching posts (Accountant, Hostel Warden, Lab Assistant, JSA, Female Staff Nurse, etc.). Along with the answer key, response sheets have also been made available, enabling candidates to calculate their expected scores before the declaration of results.
EMRS Answer Key 2025: Important Dates
The EMRS recruitment examination was conducted in offline (OMR-based) mode on multiple dates in December 2025. A total of 7,267 vacancies are being filled through this recruitment drive.
| Organisation | National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) |
| Exam Name | EMRS Recruitment Exam 2025 |
| Posts | Teaching & Non-Teaching |
| Exam Mode | OMR-Based (Offline) |
| Exam Dates | 13, 14 & 21 December 2025 |
| Answer Key Status | Released |
| Answer Key Release Date | 5 January 2026 |
| Response Sheet | Available |
| Objection Window | To be announced |
| Official Website | nests.tribal.gov.in / emrs.tribal.gov.in |
EMRS Answer Key 2025 PDF Download Links
Candidates can download the provisional answer key PDF post-wise to cross-check their responses. Separate answer keys have been released for different posts to ensure clarity and accuracy.
| EMRS PGT Answer Key 2025 | Available |
| EMRS TGT Answer Key 2025 | Available |
| EMRS Principal Answer Key 2025 | Available |
| EMRS JSA & Lab Attendant | Available |
| EMRS Hostel Warden & Female Staff Nurse | Available |
| EMRS Question Paper 2025 | Available |
How to Download EMRS Answer Key 2025
Candidates can follow the steps below to download the EMRS Answer Key 2025 PDF:
- Visit the official website of NESTS
- Click on the “Answer Key” link available on the homepage
- Select EMRS Recruitment Exam 2025
- Choose your respective post (PGT/TGT/Non-Teaching)
- Enter login credentials and captcha
- Submit the details and download the answer key PDF
Candidates are advised to save a copy of the answer key and response sheet for future reference.
EMRS Marking Scheme 2025
Before calculating the expected score, candidates must understand the official marking scheme followed in the EMRS examination.
| Response Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1 |
| Incorrect Answer | –0.25 |
| Unanswered Question | 0 |
Score Calculation Formula:
Total Score = (Correct Answers × 1) – (Wrong Answers × 0.25)
EMRS TGT and PGT Answer Key 2025 Updates
The EMRS TGT Answer Key 2025 and EMRS PGT Answer Key 2025 have been released for exams conducted on 13, 14, and 21 December 2025. Candidates can use the provisional answer key to:
- Match responses
- Calculate probable scores
- Identify discrepancies
- Decide whether to raise objections
The provisional answer keys were released on 5 January 2026, and the final answer key will be published after resolving objections.
Details Mentioned in EMRS Answer Key 2025
The provisional answer key and response sheet include the following information:
- Name of Examination
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number / Application Number
- Post Applied For
- Exam Date and Shift
- Question Numbers
- Correct Answers
- Candidate’s Marked Responses
- Response Status
- Provisional Marks
- Objection Instructions and Dates
Candidates should carefully verify all details to avoid issues during the result stage.
How to Calculate EMRS Score Using Answer Key
Candidates can calculate their expected score by following these steps:
- Download the EMRS Answer Key and response sheet
- Compare each response with the official answer
- Count correct, incorrect, and unanswered questions
- Apply the official marking scheme
- Use the formula to calculate the total score
- Raise objections if discrepancies are found
EMRS Answer Key Objection Link and Fee Details
Candidates who are not satisfied with the provisional answers can raise objections once the EMRS Answer Key Objection Link is activated on the official website.
Objection Fee
| Particular | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fee per Question | ₹1,000 |
| Refund Policy | Non-refundable |
Objections must be submitted online along with valid supporting documents. Challenges submitted without the prescribed fee or after the deadline will not be considered.
Steps to Raise Objection Against EMRS Answer Key 2025
- Visit the official EMRS portal
- Click on “Answer Key Objection” link
- Log in using Roll Number and Date of Birth
- Select the question to challenge
- Submit the correct answer with supporting proof
- Pay the objection fee
- Submit and save the confirmation receipt
What’s Next After EMRS Answer Key 2025?
After the objection window closes, NESTS will release the final EMRS answer key. Based on the final key, the EMRS Result 2025 will be prepared and declared. As per official expectations, the result is likely to be announced in February or March 2026.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates related to objections, final answer keys, and result announcements.
