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CBSE Class 12 Exam Postponed Middle East: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to postpone Class 12 board exams in several countries in the Middle East. The board has taken this step, given the current situation there and the mental stress and uncertainty students face. These exams were originally scheduled for March 12, 2026, but have now been postponed to March 16, 2026.

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CBSE Class 12 Board Exams Updates in the Middle East Region:

On March 9, CBSE released an important update regarding Class 12 board exams in the Middle East region. In a notification shared on its official social media platform, X (x.com), the board stated that the scheduled exams have been postponed, and advised students to consult the official circular for updated exam dates and details.

See attached Circular-5 for details:

 

CBSE Class 12 Exam 2026: Situation Review on March 14

CBSE has decided to postpone Class 12 board examinations in some parts of the Middle East, such as Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, until March 16, 2026. This decision was taken in view of the current situation there and the difficulties faced by students. New dates will be announced later.

According to the CBSE notice, the board will review the situation on Saturday, March 14, 2026, and then decide on new dates for the remaining examinations scheduled from March 16. Students are advised to monitor the board's official website for updates.

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All CBSE board examinations are being conducted in the traditional pen-and-paper format. The exam session will begin at 10:30 AM at all centers. Students are advised to stay updated with their respective guidelines and refer to the official CBSE announcement for more details. This notice was issued by Controller of Examinations Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj.


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