EMRS Tier II Exam Date 2026 Released: Candidates who have qualified for Tier 1 can download the Tier 2 admit card. The exam will be conducted on 22nd, 23rd, 24th, and 25th March 2026 in two shifts: forenoon and afternoon. A total of 7267 Vacancies for the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) under EMRS Teacher Recruitment. Candidates who appeared for the Staff Selection Examination Tier-1 can now check their status for the Tier-2 examination by visiting the official website at www.nests.tribal.gov.in. This blog contains all the details for the EMRS 2026.
EMRS Tier 2 Exam Date 2026 Out
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is set to hold the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) Tier 2 from 22nd to 25th March 2026. The examination will be conducted in two sessions each day—morning (forenoon) and afternoon. Candidates who have successfully qualified in Tier 1 can now review the complete Tier 2 schedule and organize their final preparation accordingly.
EMRS Tier 2 Exam Schedule
| Post Name | Exam Date | Exam Shift |
|---|---|---|
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | 22nd March 2026 | Forenoon (Morning) |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | 22nd March 2026 | Afternoon |
| Female Staff Nurse | 23rd March 2026 | Forenoon (Morning) |
| Principal | 23rd March 2026 | Afternoon |
| Accountant | 23rd March 2026 | Afternoon |
| Hostel Warden | 24th March 2026 | Forenoon (Morning) |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 24th March 2026 | Afternoon |
| Lab Attendant | 25th March 2026 | Forenoon (Morning) |
EMRS Tier 2 Admit Card 2026
The EMRS Tier 2 Admit Card 2026 was released on 19 March 2026 by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS). Candidates who have qualified in Tier 1 can now download their admit cards from the official website using their login credentials. The admit card contains important details such as the exam date, shift timing, examination centre, and instructions to be followed on the exam day. Applicants are advised to carefully verify all the details mentioned on the admit card and carry a printed copy along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
EMRS Notification 2025
The Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) has released the Notification for 7267 EMRS Vacancy 2025 for the posts of PGT, TGT, Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)/Clerk, Accountant, Lab Attendant, etc. posts on its official website. The EMRS Teacher Notification 2025 has provided details on vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, application procedure, and important dates. Candidates are advised to regularly check the EMRS website for updates on the recruitment process. The official EMRS Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF is given below.
EMRS Teacher Recruitment 2025 Overview
The EMRS TGT Recruitment 2025 Exam-related details are given below in the overview table:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | EMRS Recruitment 2025 |
| Under | Ministry of Tribal Affairs |
| Organization | Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) |
| Post Name | TGT, PGT, Principal, Jr. Secretariat Assistant, Clerk, etc. |
| EMRS Vacancy 2025 Released | 7267 Vacancies |
| Application Form Date | 19th September to 23rd October 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs. 150 to Rs. 700 as per the post and candidate category |
| EMRS Teacher Notification 2025 | 19 Sept 2025 |
| EMRS Exam Date 2025 | 13, 14 & 21 December 2025 |
| EMRS Tier 2 Admit Card 2025 | 19th March 2026 |
| EMRS Tier 2 Exam Date 2026 | 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam followed by Interview and Document Verification |
| Exam Mode | CBT Mode |
| Monthly Salary | Monthly Salary Rs. 22,500 to Rs. 1,80,560 (as per the post) |
| EMRS Official Website | Click Here |
EMRS Teacher Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
Important dates related to EMRS Teacher Recruitment 2025 are given below:
| Event | EMRS Recruitment 2025: Important Dates |
|---|---|
| EMRS Teacher Notification 2025 | 19th Sept 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 19th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23rd October 2025 (11:50 pm) |
| Last Date to submit application fees | 23rd October 2025 |
| EMRS TGT Admit Card | 11 December 2025 |
| EMRS TGT Exam Date | 13, 14 & 21 December 2025 |
| EMRS Answer Key | 5th January 2026 |
| EMRS Tier 1 Result 2026 | 31 January 2026 |
| EMRS Tier 2 Exam Dates 2026 | 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th March 2026 |
| EMRS Tier 2 Admit Card 2026 | 19th March 2026 |
EMRS TGT Recruitment 2025 Application Fees
For EMRS Teacher Recruitment 2025, application fees are required to complete the registration form. The individuals have to make an online payment of Rs. 200 to Rs. 700 for the UR candidates, and the rest of the candidates have to pay Rs. 150 to Rs. 450. The official application fee details are released through the EMRS Teacher Notification 2025.
EMRS Teaching Recruitment 2025 Budget Allocation
The government has allotted a total of Rs. 28,919.72 crore to the EMRS project, with Rs. 7,088.60 crore set aside for the fiscal year 2025–26. The details have been provided below.
- 38,000 Teaching Positions: A large-scale recruitment drive to fill vacancies in EMRS schools for TGT, PRT, and PGT.
- 740 Schools: Located in remote tribal areas to ensure access to quality education.
- 3.5 Lakh Tribal Students: Over 350,000 students are expected to benefit from this initiative.
- Rs. 28,919.72 Crore: Total budget allocated for the EMRS project.
- Rs. 7,088.60 Crore: Budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year to support recruitment and operations.
EMRS Recruitment 2025 Eligibility
The eligibility criteria for EMRS Teacher 2025 are divided into two categories, i.e., age limit and educational qualification.
1. Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
- Educational Qualification:
Master’s degree from a recognised university in the relevant subject.
B.Ed. A degree from a recognised institution. - Age Limit:
Maximum age: 40 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms).
2. Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)
- Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognised university.
B.Ed. degree and CTET-qualified (Paper II). - Age Limit:
Maximum age: 35 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms).
3. Principal
- Educational Qualification:
Master’s degree from a recognized university.
B.Ed. degree.
Experience: Minimum 10 years of teaching experience, including at least 3 years as a Vice Principal or equivalent position. - Age Limit: Maximum age: 50 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms).
4. Vice Principal
- Educational Qualification:
Master’s degree from a recognized university.
B.Ed. degree.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a PGT or in an equivalent position. - Age Limit: Maximum age: 45 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms).
5. Miscellaneous Category Teachers (Music, Art, PET, Librarian, etc.)
- Age Limit:
- Maximum age: 35 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per government norm
- Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the relevant subject.
B.Ed. (where applicable).
EMRS Teacher Vacancy 2025
The Eklavya Model Residential School has released the number of vacancies for EMRS Teaching and Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025. Check the complete vacancy details below.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 225 |
| PGTs | 1460 |
| TGTs | 3962 |
| Female Staff Nurse | 550 |
| Hostel Warden | 635 |
| Accountant | 61 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 228 |
| Lab Attendant | 146 |
| Total | 7267 |
| EMRS PGT Vacancy 2025 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subjects | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
| English | 47 | 11 | 30 | 16 | 8 | 112 |
| Hindi | 34 | 8 | 21 | 12 | 6 | 81 |
| Maths | 55 | 13 | 36 | 20 | 10 | 134 |
| Chemistry | 71 | 16 | 45 | 25 | 12 | 169 |
| Physics | 83 | 19 | 53 | 29 | 14 | 198 |
| Biology | 43 | 09 | 26 | 14 | 07 | 99 |
| History | 58 | 14 | 37 | 21 | 10 | 140 |
| Geography | 42 | 9 | 26 | 14 | 7 | 98 |
| Commerce | 49 | 12 | 32 | 18 | 09 | 120 |
| Economics | 65 | 15 | 41 | 23 | 11 | 155 |
| Computer Science | 64 | 15 | 41 | 23 | 11 | 154 |
| Total | 611 | 141 | 388 | 215 | 105 | 1460 |
| EMRS TGT Vacancy 2025 (Group-B) | ||||||
| Subjects | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
| Hindi | 174 | 42 | 114 | 63 | 31 | 424 |
| English | 162 | 39 | 106 | 59 | 29 | 395 |
| Maths | 156 | 38 | 102 | 57 | 28 | 381 |
| Social Studies | 161 | 39 | 105 | 58 | 29 | 392 |
| Science | 167 | 40 | 110 | 61 | 30 | 408 |
| Computer Science | 224 | 55 | 148 | 82 | 41 | 550 |
| Total | 1044 | 253 | 685 | 380 | 188 | 2550 |
EMRS TGT Vacancy 2025 (Regional Language) (Group-B)
| Language | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assamese | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Bodo | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bengali | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Garo | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Gujrati | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kannada | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Khasi | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Malayalam | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Manipuri | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| Mizo | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Odiya | 25 | 5 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 57 |
| Santhali | 30 | 7 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 71 |
| Telugu | 20 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 44 |
| Urdu | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 114 | 17 | 53 | 27 | 12 | 223 |
EMRS TGT Vacancy Miscellaneous Category of Teachers (Group-B)
| Subject | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | 129 | 31 | 84 | 47 | 23 | 314 |
| Art | 116 | 27 | 75 | 41 | 20 | 279 |
| PET (Male) | 73 | 17 | 46 | 25 | 12 | 173 |
| PET (Female) | 124 | 29 | 80 | 44 | 22 | 299 |
| Librarian | 52 | 12 | 33 | 18 | 9 | 124 |
| Total | 494 | 116 | 318 | 175 | 86 | 1189 |
EMRS Non-Teaching Vacancy 2025
| Name of Post | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostel Warden (Male) | 143 | 34 | 93 | 51 | 25 | 346 |
| Hostel Warden (Female) | 119 | 28 | 78 | 43 | 21 | 289 |
| Female Staff Nurse | 224 | 55 | 148 | 82 | 41 | 550 |
| Accountant | 26 | 6 | 16 | 9 | 4 | 61 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | 94 | 22 | 61 | 34 | 17 | 228 |
| Lab Attendant | 62 | 14 | 39 | 21 | 10 | 146 |
| Total | 668 | 159 | 435 | 240 | 118 | 1620 |
EMRS Teacher Syllabus 2026
To prepare for the EMRS exam, candidates need to have complete knowledge of all subjects that are important for the EMRS TGT and PGT exams. Applicants can check the details of the EMRS teacher syllabus by visiting the official website, or they can also click on the link given below to directly download the EMRS Teacher Recruitment 2025 syllabus.
You can also check the CG TET syllabus from here.
EMRS Exam 2026 Exam Pattern
The EMRS TGT Recruitment Exam will be conducted in Hindi and English. However, for miscellaneous categories, the Language Competency Test will be conducted in the regional language opted by the candidate. In addition, for the posts of TGT-Third Language, the language of the exam will be the third language of the candidate. The Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) Exam Pattern has been given below. There is a negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer.
EMRS Exam Pattern for PGT and TGT
| Test | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
| I | General Awareness | 10 | 10 | 2 Hours |
| II | Reasoning Ability | 15 | 15 | |
| III | Knowledge of ICT | 15 | 15 | |
| IV | Teaching Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| V | Domain Knowledge | 30 | 30 | |
| VI | Language Competency Test- | |||
| Language Competency Test (General English and General Hindi- 10 marks each subject) | 20 | 20 | ||
Tier-II: Subject Knowledge Examination (For Shortlisted Candidates – 100 Marks)
| Component | Number of Ques. | Total Marks | Duration |
| Objective – Subject-specific syllabus (as per NESTS/ESSE 2026) | 40 | 40 | 3 hours |
| Descriptive – Subject-specific syllabus | 15 | 60 | 3 hours |
| Total | 55 | 100 | 3 hours |
EMRS TGT Exam Pattern 2026
Tier-I – Preliminary (Qualifying) Examination (OMR Mode – Total 100 Marks)
| Part | Test Component | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| I | General Awareness | 10 | 10 | 2 hr 30 min |
| II | Reasoning Ability | 15 | 15 | 2 hr 30 min |
| III | Knowledge of ICT | 15 | 15 | 2 hr 30 min |
| IV | Teaching Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 2 hr 30 min |
| V | Domain Knowledge: a) Experiential activity & case study – 20 b) NEP-2020 – 10 | 30 | 30 | 2 hr 30 min |
| VI | Language Competency Test (General English, General Hindi & Regional Language – 10 marks each) Qualifying: minimum 40% in aggregate (12/30) | 30 | 30 | 2 hr 30 min |
| Total | 130 | 100 | 2 hr 30 min | |
Tier-II – Subject Knowledge Examination (For Shortlisted Candidates)
| Component | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective – Subject-specific syllabus (as per NESTS/ESSE 2026) | 40 | 40 | 3 hours |
| Descriptive – Subject-specific syllabus | 15 | 60 | 3 hours |
| Total | 55 | 100 | 3 hours |
EMRS Exam Pattern for Principal
The EMRS Exam syllabus for Principal posts consists of a total of 100 questions for 100 marks. The time duration for the exam is 2 hours.
| EMRS Exam Pattern for Principal | ||||
| Parts | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Part 1 | Reasoning & Numeric Ability | 10 | 10 | 2 hours |
| Part 2 | General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Part 3 | Language Competency Test (General English and General Hindi- 10 marks each subject) | 20 | 20 | |
| Part 4 | Academics and residential aspects | 30 | 30 | |
| Part 5 | Administration and Finance | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | ||
EMRS Principal Tier-II 2026: Subject Knowledge Examination (For Shortlisted Candidates – 100 Marks)
| Component | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| Objective – Academic & Residential Aspects | 40 | 40 | 3 hours |
| Descriptive – Administration & Finance | 15 | 60 | 3 hours |
| Total | 55 | 100 | 3 hours |
Tier-III: Personal Interaction / Interview
| Component | Marks | Weightage in Merit List |
| Interview / Personal Interaction | 40 | Tier-II + Interview = 80% + 20% |
EMRS Syllabus PDF For All Posts
Examine the EMRS Syllabus PDF provided for PGT, Principal, and non-teaching positions like Junior Secretariat Assistants (JSAs), Accountants, Lab Assistants, Librarians, and Hostel Warden.
| EMRS Teaching Syllabus PDF Link | |
| EMRS Exam Pattern | Download PDF |
| TGT | Download PDF |
| PGT | Download PDF |
| Principal, Non-Teaching Posts | Download PDF |
EMRS Salary 2025
Candidates selected for the Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) positions will receive a salary ranging from Rs. 47,600 to Rs. 1,51,100, according to Level 8 of the pay scale.
| Post Name | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|
| Principal | Level 12 (Rs. 78,800 – 2,09,200) |
| Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) | Level 8 (Rs. 47,600 – 1,51,100) |
| TGTs | Level 7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) |
| Librarian | Level 7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) |
| Art/Music/Physical Education Teacher (Male/Female) | Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Female Staff Nurse | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 – 92,300) |
| Hostel Warden (Male/Female) | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 – 92,300) |
| Accountant | Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| JSA (Junior Secretariat Assistant) | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – 63,200) |
| Lab Attendant | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 – 56,900) |
EMRS Answer Key 2025 Out
The official website has released the EMRS Tier 1 Exam 2026 Answer Key on 5th January 2026 for various teaching and non-teaching positions. The EMRS exam was held for 7267 vacancies for various posts on 13th, 14th, and 21st December 2025. Candidates can estimate their scores using the official EMRS Answer Key 2025 and the provided marking scheme. Candidates can download the answer key PDFs for their respective posts from the links below.
EMRS Teacher Recruitment 2025: Recommended Books
These are the most recommended books from Agrawal Examcart for this exam:
| Book Name | Book Type | Book Link |
| EMRS PGT/TGT Common Subjects book in Hindi | Guidebook | View Book |
| EMRS Common Paper Study Book by Prateek Shivalik Sir for Principal, TGT, PGT, Hostel Warden, Female Staff Nurse, Accountant, Junior Secretariat Assistant and Lab Attendant for Exams in Hindi Medium | Guidebook | View Book |
| All Subjects Pedagogy book For Teaching Exam in English | Textbook | View Book |
| EMRS Hostel Warden Complete Study in Hindi | Guidebook | View Book |
EMRS Recruitment 2025 FAQs:
Ans. The EMRS Recruitment 2025 includes Teaching and Non-Teaching posts such as TGT, PGT, Principal, Jr. Secretariat Assistant, Clerk, etc.
Ans. Yes, there is age relaxation for EMRS employees, allowing individuals up to 55 years of age to apply.
Ans. National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) will conduct the EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) Tier 2 Examination on 22nd, 23rd, 24th, and 25th March 2026 in two shifts, forenoon and afternoon shifts
Ans. Required documents include Intermediate and High School mark sheets, reservation certificates, passport-size photographs, and signatures.
Ans. One mark is given for each correct answer, and 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.
Ans. The EMRS Recruitment 2025 notification has been released on the official website on 19th Sept 2025.
