NEST 2024: Answer Key Released, Raise Objections Until Today
The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, has issued the NEST 2024 answer key along with the question paper. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now download both the answer key and the question paper from the official website at nestexam.in. This blog post provides detailed information on how to download the answer key, file objections, and understand the marking scheme.

The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, has issued the NEST 2024 answer key along with the question paper. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now download both the answer key and the question paper from the official website at nestexam.in. This blog post provides detailed information on how to download the answer key, file objections, and understand the marking scheme.
Steps to Download NEST 2024 Answer Key
Follow these steps to download the NEST 2024 answer key and question paper:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to nestexam.in.
- Navigate to Answer Key Link: On the homepage, find and click on the “NEST 2024 Answer Key” or “Candidate Login”.
- Login: Enter your login credentials correctly and click on submit.
- Download the Answer Key: The NEST 2024 answer key will appear on the screen. Check and download it.
- Raise Objections: If required, follow the procedure to raise objections.
How to File Objections to NEST 2024 Answer Key
Candidates can file objections to the NEST 2024 provisional answer key by today, July 7, 11 am. It's important to note that objections can only be raised through the portal, and requests submitted by email or other means will not be considered.
When filing an objection, candidates must:
- Enter their roll number and question ID for proper identification.
- Attach supporting documents and provide proper reasoning for the objection.
NEST 2024 Marking Scheme
Candidates can use the NEST 2024 answer key to estimate their scores by following this marking scheme:
- Add 3 marks for each correct answer.
- Deduct one mark for each wrong response.
- No marks will be deducted for questions not attempted.
Action | Marks |
---|---|
Correct Answer | +3 marks |
Wrong Answer | -1 mark |
Not Attempted | 0 marks |
Final Answer Key and Evaluation Process
The exam conducting body will publish the NEST 2024 final answer key after the correction window closes and all modifications to the preliminary answer key have been made. An expert committee will evaluate the objections before releasing the final answer key.
NEST 2024 Exam Details
- Exam Date: June 30, 2024
- Shifts:
- First Shift: 9 am to 12:30 pm
- Second Shift: 2:30 pm to 6 pm
- Total Marks: 200 marks