CBSE Debunks Fake Circular on Class 12 English Exam; Confirms March 16 Reschedule for Middle East Centres
CBSE has debunked a viral fake circular regarding the Class 12 English exam schedule for Middle East centres. The board confirmed that the exam will be conducted on March 16, 2026 as per the official revised timetable. Students have been advised to rely only on CBSE’s official announcements for updates.
CBSE has clarified that a viral circular claiming changes in the CBSE Class 12 English exam 2026 schedule for Middle East centres is fake. The board confirmed that the Class 12 English board exam for Middle East centres will be conducted on March 16, 2026. The board has requested students and parents to trust only the official circulars from the CBSE.
The viral notice circulating on social media created confusion among students appearing for the CBSE Board Exams 2026 in overseas examination centres.
Fake Circular on Class 12 English Exam Clarified
CBSE has clarified that the Class 12 English board exam will not be conducted on a new date, dismissing a recently circulated notice claiming a change in the schedule. A circular that was widely shared on social media, purportedly issued by the board, stated that the Class 12 English exam had been rescheduled. However, CBSE officials have confirmed that the circular is fake.
Important Alert!!
This is a fake circular. pic.twitter.com/mh3QUelZYu— CBSE HQ (@cbseindia29) March 12, 2026
The board has urged students and parents not to trust or circulate unverified information. According to CBSE, any official change in the Class 12 English board exam schedule will be announced only through the board’s official website and verified social media handles.
Candidates appearing for the CBSE Board Exams 2026 have been advised to rely only on authentic sources for updates regarding the examination schedule.
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Why the Class 12 English Board Exam Was Rescheduled
CBSE rescheduled the Class 12 English exam for its affiliated schools in the Middle East due to the prevailing regional situation and safety concerns. Earlier, the board had postponed certain CBSE Class 12 board exams scheduled between March 9 and March 11 in countries such as:
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Bahrain
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Iran
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Kuwait
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Oman
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Qatar
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Saudi Arabia
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United Arab Emirates
The revised schedule confirmed that the Class 12 English board exam will now be conducted on March 16, 2026, for students in these overseas centres.
CBSE Issues Advisory for Students
After the fake circular circulated online, CBSE advised and urged parents, schools as well as students to stay cautious about any misinformation coming their way related to the Class 12 English exam and other papers in the CBSE Board Exams 2026.
The board emphasized that:
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Only official notifications should be considered authentic.
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Schools will receive confirmed updates directly from CBSE.
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Students should avoid relying on social media rumours regarding the Class 12 English board exam schedule.
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