The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the Class 10 and 12 board examinations scheduled for March 2, 2026, in select West Asian countries due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. The board will review the situation before announcing revised dates.The decision affects CBSE-affiliated schools operating in parts of the Middle East.
According to the board, fresh dates for the postponed examinations will be announced after a review of the regional situation.
Central Board of Secondary Education stated that the exams scheduled for March 2 in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates have been deferred as a precautionary measure.
Exams Deferred in Multiple Countries
CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj informed that the postponement applies only to examinations scheduled for March 2, 2026, in the affected countries.
The board cited the prevailing situation in parts of West Asia as the reason for the decision. Revised examination dates will be communicated separately.
Review Scheduled on March 3
The board will review the situation on March 3, 2026. Based on this assessment, CBSE will decide whether examinations scheduled from March 5 onwards will proceed as planned.
Students and schools have been advised to wait for official updates before making any travel or logistical arrangements.
Important Details
Affected Exams: CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 Board Exams
Original Date: March 2, 2026
Region Covered: Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE
Next Review Date: March 3, 2026
Revised Dates: To be announced
Official Website: cbse.gov.in
Students are advised to regularly check the official CBSE website and communication from their respective schools for updates.
FAQs
1. Which CBSE exams have been postponed?
The Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled for March 2, 2026, in select West Asian countries have been postponed.
2. Are exams in India affected?
No announcement has been made regarding postponement of exams within India.
3. When will new dates be announced?
CBSE has stated that revised dates will be announced later after reviewing the situation.
4. Will exams after March 5 be postponed?
The board will review the situation on March 3 and take a decision regarding exams scheduled from March 5 onwards.
What Students Should Do Next
Students appearing for CBSE Board Exams 2026 in the affected region should stay in contact with their schools and monitor official CBSE notifications. Any updates regarding revised exam dates will be issued through official channels only
