Kerala SSLC and Plus Two Exams 2026 Postponed in Middle East Region
Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has postponed Kerala SSLC and Plus Two exams 2026 in Middle East centres citing security concerns. Over 1,000 students are affected, while exams in Kerala and Lakshadweep will continue as scheduled. Revised dates will be announced soon.
The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has postponed the Kerala SSLC (Class 10) and Plus Two (Higher Secondary/Class 12) examinations 2026 scheduled at examination centres in the Middle East due to security concerns linked to ongoing regional tensions.
The postponement affects Gulf-region centres where students follow the Kerala state syllabus, while examination schedules in Kerala and Lakshadweep remain unchanged.
Overseas Examination Centres Affected
According to available reports, the deferment applies exclusively to Kerala board examination centres operating outside India.
Revised impact includes:
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Kerala SSLC Exams 2026: Originally scheduled from March 5 to March 30, 2026
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Kerala Plus Two Exams 2026: Scheduled to begin from March 6, 2026
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Affected candidates: More than 1,000 students appearing from Middle East centres
The board is expected to release an official circular shortly announcing revised examination dates.
Check the official notice here.
Decision Taken Amid Regional Security Concerns
The postponement follows precautionary measures adopted due to the prevailing security situation in parts of the Middle East amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
Similar steps were earlier taken by the Central Board of Secondary Education, which deferred Class 10 and 12 board examinations scheduled for March 2, 2026, across several Middle Eastern countries.
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Jurisdiction and Examination Coverage
The decision applies only to overseas institutions conducting Kerala syllabus examinations for Indian expatriate students.
Status of examinations:
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Middle East centres — Postponed
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Kerala state — No change
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Lakshadweep — No change
Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan conducts SSLC and Higher Secondary examinations annually for recognised schools operating under the state curriculum both within India and at authorised overseas centres.
Awaiting Official Notification and Revised Schedule
Authorities have indicated that a formal notification detailing the revised timetable and further instructions will be issued soon.
As of now, the board has not announced alternative examination arrangements or confirmed new dates for the postponed papers.
Advisory for Students and Schools
Students appearing for Kerala SSLC and Plus Two examinations in the Middle East are advised to:
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Monitor the official Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan website regularly
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Follow updates issued through authorised board channels
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Avoid relying on unverified social media information
Further announcements will be made after reviewing the evolving situation in the region.
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