The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) postponed Class 10 and 12 exams on March 2, 2026. The exams are affected in several Middle Eastern countries. This decision comes amidst the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. New exam dates will be announced later by CBSE.
Exam Postponement Details
The affected examination centers are located in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Both Class 10 and Class 12 examinations scheduled for March 2, 2026, have been postponed.
Students in these regions should monitor official CBSE announcements for updated schedules. The board did not provide specific reasons beyond the general conflict.
Affected Countries and Exam Dates
The postponement impacts exams in the following locations:
- Bahrain
- Iran
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The original exam date was March 2, 2026 , for both Class 10 and Class 12.
Next Steps for Students
Students should prepare for their examinations to continue at a later date. Official communication channels from CBSE will provide the revised timetable. Checking the official CBSE website regularly is advised. Further details regarding the new dates will be communicated directly by the board.