The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to take a final decision today regarding the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled in several Middle East countries.
The review comes amid regional tensions that have affected normal operations in some areas. As a precautionary measure, CBSE had already postponed certain examinations scheduled earlier this week for schools located in affected countries.
Countries Where Exams May Be Impacted
CBSE-affiliated schools in the following countries could be affected by the board’s decision:
- Kuwait
- Bahrain
- Qatar
- Oman
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Iran
Students studying in CBSE schools across these countries are currently waiting for the board’s official announcement regarding revised exam schedules or continuation of exams.
Exams on March 5 and 6 Already Postponed
Reports indicate that exams scheduled on March 5 and March 6, 2026 were postponed in certain Middle East examination centres as a safety precaution.
The board is monitoring the situation closely and is expected to announce whether:
- Exams will continue as scheduled, or
- Remaining exams will be postponed and rescheduled.
What Students Should Do
Students appearing for the CBSE Board Exams 2026 in the Middle East should:
- Follow updates from the official CBSE website
- Stay in contact with their school administration
- Avoid sharing unverified social media circulars or rumours
Only official notifications issued by CBSE should be considered valid.
GrowInJob Advisory
GrowInJob.com advises students and parents to verify all exam-related updates from official CBSE announcements. Social media often circulates unverified circulars during major events, which may cause confusion.
Always check updates through your school or the official CBSE portal before making any assumptions regarding exam schedules.
Disclaimer
This announcement is based on publicly available news reports and official updates. Students should confirm all examination-related decisions through their respective schools or the official CBSE communication channels.
FAQ
Is CBSE cancelling board exams in the Middle East?
No official cancellation has been announced yet. CBSE is expected to take a decision after reviewing the situation.
Which countries may be affected by the CBSE decision?
Countries include Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Iran.
Were any CBSE exams already postponed?
Yes, some exams scheduled on March 5 and March 6 were postponed as a precaution.
When will the new exam dates be announced?
If exams are postponed, CBSE will release revised dates through official notifications.
