NEST 2026 Final Answer Key Released at nestexam.in; Results on June 24
The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) has put out the final answer key for the National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 on their website, nestexam.in. The answer key is available as a downloadable PDF on the homepage and includes the correct answers to all the questions in the exam. This final answer key is based on the provisional key that was released on June 8, 2026. Candidates had the chance to raise objections from June 10 to June 12, 2026, and an expert committee reviewed each objection before finalising the answers. NEST 2026 is conducted by NISER Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS, Mumbai. This exam is used for admission into their integrated MSc programmes. The test was held on June 6, 2026.
NEST 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEST 2026 Exam | June 6, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | June 8, 2026 |
| Objection Window | June 10 to June 12, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Release | June 17, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June 24, 2026 |
| Scorecard Download | June 25, 2026 |
How to Download the NEST 2026 Final Answer Key?
Candidates can download the final answer key directly from the official website. The PDF file does not require any login details.
Steps to download the answer key:
- Go to the official NEST website at nestexam.in.
- Click on the link labeled "NEST 2026 Questions with FINAL Answer Keys"
- Download the PDF file to your device.
- Save a copy for future use, like for calculating your score.
How to Calculate Probable Scores Using the Final Answer Key?
Candidates can compare their responses with the answers in the final key. Use the response sheet from your candidate portal to ensure accuracy. Count the correct answers in each section first and then add them up for the total score.
NEST 2026 Test Structure
The exam includes four subject sections and one general section. The subjects are biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics. Candidates were required to attempt the general section along with three of their chosen subjects.
Action Plan for Candidates
Go to nestexam.in and download the final answer key PDF.
Open the response sheet you saved from your candidate login.
Compare each of your answers with the correct ones in the key.
Carefully calculate your section-wise and total probable scores.
Make sure you have your application number and password ready for when the results are announced.