EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026 Out, Download OMR Sheet, Raise Objections
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The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has officially released the EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026 along with the scanned OMR response sheets for candidates who appeared in the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE)-2025. The answer key for Hostel Warden (Male & Female), along with other Non-Teaching posts- Staff Nurse, JSA, Lab Attendant, is now available on the official website nests.tribal.gov.in.
The objection facility for the EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026 is open from 6th to 9th January 2026 (11:59 pm) with an objection fee of Rs. 1000 per question.
EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026 Highlights
Candidates can now download the EMRS Tier 1 Answer Key 2026, verify marked responses, estimate probable scores, and raise objections within the prescribed window.
| EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026 Highlights | |
| Detail | Information |
| Conducting Authority | National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) |
| Exam Name | EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) 2025 |
| Post | Hostel Warden (Male & Female) Post |
| Answer Key Release Date | 5 January 2026 |
| Challenge Window | 6 to 9 January 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Mode | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 mark for each correct answer −1/3 mark for each incorrect answer |
| Selection Process | Tier 1, Tier 2 (subject-based) and Interview |
| Official website | https://nests.tribal.gov.in/ |
EMRS Hostel Warden Answer Key 2026 Download Link
The release of the EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026 ensures transparency and allows candidates to cross-check responses before final result preparation.
The official EMRS Answer Key PDF for Hostel Warden has been uploaded at the official website https://nests.tribal.gov.in/, and the direct link is shared here.
EMRS Hostel Warden Answer Key 2026 Download Link (Active)
How to Download EMRS Hostel Warden Answer Key 2026 & OMR Sheet
Follow these steps to access your answer key and response sheet:
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Visit the official website, https://nests.tribal.gov.in/
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Click on the Recruitment section on the homepage.
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Open ESSE Schedule 2025.
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Click the link against Answer Key / OMR Sheet for Hostel Warden.
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Enter Roll Number & Date of Birth.
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Download:
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EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026 PDF
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Your OMR Response Sheet
Take a printout for score verification and objection submission.
How to Raise Objections for EMRS Tier 1 Answer Key 2026
Candidates may challenge answers only through online mode:
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Open nests.tribal.gov.in
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Go to the Display of OMR Sheet & Answer Key
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Log in with Roll Number & DOB
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Select the question to challenge
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Upload valid justification/reference proof
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Pay Rs. 1000 per objection
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Submit before 9 January 2026 (11:59 pm)
Only objections submitted with payment will be evaluated.
After review, NESTS will release the final EMRS Hostel Warden Answer Key 2026, followed by the result.
Click Here to Raise Objection to EMRS Hostel Warden Answer Key 2026
How to Calculate Marks Using EMRS Hostel Warden Tier 1 Answer Key 2026
Use the official marking scheme:
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+1 mark → each correct answer
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−1/3 mark → each wrong answer
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0 mark → unattempted questions
Formula
Total Score = (Correct Answers × 1) − (Incorrect Answers × 1/3)
This helps candidates estimate their Tier 2 eligibility & cut-off chances.