The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared a widely circulated notice about exam cancellations in the Middle East as fake. The notice claimed class 10 and 12 board exams in the region were cancelled. CBSE issued this clarification on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, @cbseindia29, on March 1, 2026. No such official circular has been posted on the board’s website, cbse.gov.in.
Fake Circular Details
The fraudulent notice stated that remaining language papers for class 10 and 12 students in Middle Eastern exam centers were cancelled. It also claimed the class 10 Social Science exam, scheduled for March 7, 2026, was cancelled in these centers. The fake circular cited extraordinary global circumstances and prevailing war conditions. It proposed awarding marks based on composite evaluation, including internal assessments.
Official Clarification and Advice
CBSE explicitly called the circulating document a “fake circular.” The board has cautioned students. They should only trust information from the official CBSE website. An official notification regarding the examination status in the Middle East will be released by the board. Students preparing for exams in Middle Eastern centers should monitor cbse.gov.in for verified updates.
Action for Students
Students are urged to disregard any unofficial communications. Relying on misinformation could lead to confusion and distress. The board’s official channels remain the sole source of accurate information. Future updates will be communicated through these designated platforms.