Good news for everyone who wrote the NAL Bengaluru MTS exam on 31 October: you can now see the full question paper and the answers. Both are in one PDF, and you have until 5 November 2026, 5:00 PM to challenge an answer.
This guide shows you how to use it step by step. See more on our Answer Key page.
Quick Details
| Point | Information |
|---|---|
| Institute | CSIR-NAL, Bengaluru |
| Post | Multi-Tasking Staff |
| Exam Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| PDF Size | 66 pages |
| Objections | By email, until 5 November, 5:00 PM |
What Does This PDF Contain?
The first part is the question booklet, and the answers are at the very end, on page 66. So you do not need to search for a separate file.
Your paper had questions from four areas:
| Subject | What It Usually Means |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence | Reasoning and logic |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Basic maths |
| General Awareness | General knowledge |
| English Language | Grammar and vocabulary |
The right-hand column is our simple explanation and is not from the notice.
Why Is It Called Provisional?
Provisional means “not final yet”. Students can point out errors, and the institute may then correct them. So think of your score from this key as an estimate.
How to Get the PDF
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open nal.res.in |
| 2 | Go to the recruitment notices |
| 3 | Find the MTS answer key notice for Advertisement 11/2026 |
| 4 | Download the 66-page file |
| 5 | Jump to page 66 for the answers |
On a phone, the file may take a while to open. Use a PDF app that lets you jump straight to a page number.
How to Check Your Answers
Printing page 66 makes things much easier, as you can tick answers with a pen while reading the questions on your screen.
Make three groups: right, wrong and not attempted. Do this calmly, one subject at a time. Taking short breaks will help you avoid silly counting errors.
Can You Work Out Your Marks?
We could not confirm the marks per question or any negative marking. Please see your admit card or exam instructions. For now, simply count how many of the 150 you got right.
How to Object
Objections opened on 1 November. Here is what you need:
| Need | Detail |
|---|---|
| Where to Send | The email address in the official notice |
| Subject Line | Use the exact one given in the notice |
| Proof | Documentary evidence is required |
| Deadline | 5 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
Our tip: send one clear email and list the question number, your suggested answer and your proof. Please check the notice for anything else it asks for, including any fee.
What Happens Next
The institute will look at all the challenges and decide on the correct answers. It has not given dates for the next steps in the details we have. Keep checking the NAL website, because that is where updates will appear.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| NAL Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
I cannot find the answers in the PDF. Where are they?
Look at the last page, page 66.
I lost my question paper. Can I still check?
Yes. The question booklet is part of the same PDF.
Can I object through a form on the website?
No. Objections go only by email.
What if I send my email at 6:00 PM on 5 November?
The window closes at 5:00 PM, so it may not be accepted.
Do I need proof?
Yes. Your objection needs documentary evidence.
Will my marks change after this?
They may change if the final answers are corrected.