CBSE 10th Exam 2026, Evaluation Mode for Cancelled Middle East Papers

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled several Class 10 board examinations scheduled up to 11 March 2026 in Middle Eastern countries. The decision was taken due to the prevailing situation in the region, affecting CBSE-affiliated schools across multiple Gulf nations. Since many papers could not be conducted, CBSE has announced that the mode of result declaration for affected Class 10 students will be notified separately in the coming days.

Countries Affected by CBSE Class 10 Exam Cancellation

The cancellation applies to CBSE schools located in several Middle Eastern countries where a large number of Indian expatriate students study. The board decided to halt exams to ensure student safety. The affected countries include:

• United Arab Emirates (UAE)
• Saudi Arabia
• Qatar
• Kuwait
• Oman
• Bahrain
• Iran

Thousands of students enrolled in CBSE-affiliated schools in these regions were scheduled to appear for the Class 10 board exams in March 2026, but several papers could not be conducted due to the sudden disruption

Possible Evaluation Methods CBSE May Use

As the cancelled exams cannot be conducted immediately, CBSE is expected to adopt an alternative evaluation system to prepare the results of affected students. Education experts believe the board may follow approaches used during previous academic disruptions. The likely evaluation methods may include:

• Internal assessment marks submitted by schools
• Pre-board examination scores
• Marks from board papers already conducted before cancellation
• Project work and assignments
• Teacher assessments and academic performance records

Such a system can help ensure that students receive results without academic loss, even though the remaining exams were cancelled

Why CBSE Cancelled the Exams?

CBSE announced the cancellation after reviewing the security and logistical situation in the region. The decision was taken primarily to protect the safety and well-being of students, teachers, and exam staff. Reports indicate that the remaining Class 10 exams scheduled between 07 March 2026 and 11 March 2026 could not be conducted safely, prompting the board to cancel them entirely.

What Happens Next for CBSE Class 10 Students?

The board has clarified that students will still receive their final results, but the calculation method will be announced later through an official circular. Schools in the affected countries are expected to receive detailed guidelines once CBSE finalises the evaluation policy. Until the official policy is released, students and parents have been advised to wait for CBSE’s formal announcement regarding the assessment process and result declaration timeline.