The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled and postponed multiple Class 10 and Class 12 exams in the Middle East. The decisions stem from the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.
Class 10 Exams Cancelled
All Class 10 examinations scheduled from March 7 to March 11, 2026 , have been cancelled. Exams originally set for March 2, 3, and 6 are also cancelled.
The board will announce the method for declaring Class 10 results for Middle East students later. Specific exam dates affected include those from March 2, 2026, onwards.
Class 12 Exams Postponed
Class 12 examinations scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026 , are postponed. Revised dates for these exams will be released shortly.
CBSE will reassess the situation on March 7, 2026. Further directives will be issued for exams planned from Monday, March 9, 2026. Students should contact their schools for updates.
Affected Regions
Exams are cancelled or postponed for students in the Middle East. This includes centers in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
Next Steps
The board will provide a revised schedule for postponed Class 12 exams. Students and schools should monitor official CBSE announcements for the latest information.