- By Sarju Saran Tiwari
- Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:47 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
CBSE Board Exam 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the Class 12 board exams scheduled from March 9 to March 11, 2026, for students studying in CBSE-affiliated schools in the Middle East. The board said that this decision has been taken in view of the prevailing situation in the region and to ensure the safety and convenience of the students appearing for the examination.
The postponement applies to CBSE schools located in countries including Iran, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. These exams are part of the ongoing CBSE Class 12 board exams for the academic session 2025-26. CBSE has confirmed that the examinations scheduled during this period will be conducted later, and the revised dates will be announced soon.
Why did CBSE postpone Class 12 board exams in the Middle East?
According to the Central Board of Secondary Education, this decision has been taken as a precautionary measure due to the prevailing situation in the area. The board aims to ensure that students can take the examination safely and without any disruption. The officials have assured that the new exam dates will be notified soon through the official CBSE website.
CBSE Class 12 board exams postponed: What should students do next
Students studying in CBSE-affiliated schools in the Middle East have been advised to stay in touch with their respective schools for updates regarding the revised exam schedule. It is expected that the board will review the situation again and announce the new exam dates through an official notification.
Students are also encouraged to keep checking the CBSE website regularly for the latest updates related to the board examinations. The move is aimed at ensuring that students can take their exams in a safe and orderly manner without facing unnecessary difficulties.