The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has released the provisional answer key and candidate response sheets for the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 on January 5, 2026. This covers the Tier-1 written examinations conducted offline (OMR-based) on December 13, 14, and 21, 2025, for various teaching and non-teaching positions. The recruitment process targets a total of 7267 vacancies in Eklavya Model Residential Schools across India.
Candidates can now access the answer key, view their scanned OMR response sheets, estimate scores, and raise objections if any discrepancies are found. The marking scheme awards +1 mark for each correct answer and deducts 1/3 mark for incorrect responses.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | September 19, 2025 |
| Online Application End | October 28, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | October 28, 2025 |
| Exam City Intimation | November 28, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | December 11, 2025 |
| Written Examination Dates | December 13, 14 & 21, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key & Response Sheet Release | January 5, 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | January 9, 2026 (11:59 PM) – As per updates |
| Final Answer Key / Result | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 7267
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Principal | 225 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | 3962 |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | 1460 |
| Staff Nurse (Female) | 550 |
| Hostel Warden | 635 |
| Accountant | 61 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 228 |
| Lab Attendant | 146 |
Category-wise and subject-wise distribution is detailed in the official notification.
Application Fee (Recap)
| Post Category | General / OBC / EWS (INR) | SC / ST / PH (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | 2500 | 500 |
| TGT / PGT | 2000 | 500 |
| Non-Teaching | 1500 | 500 |
Payments were made online.
Eligibility / Educational Qualification (Recap)
- Principal: Master’s degree with B.Ed and 12 years teaching experience.
- TGT: Bachelor’s degree (50% marks) in relevant subject + B.Ed + CTET/STET Paper II.
- PGT: Master’s degree (50% marks) in relevant subject + B.Ed (exemption for integrated courses).
- Staff Nurse (Female): B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic + registration + 2.5 years experience.
- Hostel Warden: Bachelor’s degree.
- Accountant: B.Com degree.
- JSA: 10+2 with typing speed (35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi).
- Lab Attendant: Class 10 + Lab Technician certificate or 10+2 Science.
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Tier-1 – Objective Type)
- Skill/Proficiency Test (post-specific)
- Interview (where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Download Answer Key & Response Sheet
- Visit the official NESTS website at https://nests.tribal.gov.in/.
- Go to the Recruitment / Latest Updates section.
- Locate the link for “EMRS ESSE 2025 Answer Key” or “Response Sheet”.
- Click on the direct answer key portal (or use https://cbseit.in/cbse/2025/emrskey/default.aspx).
- Log in using your Roll Number / Enrollment Number / Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- View your OMR response sheet and the official provisional answer key.
- Download the PDF for reference and calculate your estimated score.
How to Raise Objections
- Access the objection window on the same portal after logging in.
- Submit challenges for specific questions with valid proof.
- Pay Rs. 1000 per objection (non-refundable in most cases).
- Deadline: January 9, 2026 (check official site for confirmation).
- Final answer key will be prepared after reviewing all valid objections.
Regularly visit the official NESTS portal for any extensions or updates on objections and results.
In conclusion, the release of the EMRS Teaching & Non-Teaching Answer Key 2025 allows candidates to assess their performance from the December exams and take necessary action on discrepancies. Verify your responses promptly and prepare for further stages. For authentic sarkari job updates, direct links, answer keys, objection details, and result announcements, trust engmust.com as your reliable source. We provide timely and accurate information to support your government teaching and non-teaching career aspirations. Best wishes!
