CBSE Class 10 Result 2026: Assessment Scheme for Middle East Students Announced

Top Summary

• What happened: CBSE announced a detailed assessment scheme for Class 10 students in parts of the Middle East after cancelling remaining main exams.
• Why it matters: Provides clarity on how results will be determined for students impacted by exam cancellations in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
• What changes for people: Defines different assessment methods based on the number of exams students have taken, ensuring fair evaluation.
• Who is affected: Class 10 students in the specified Middle Eastern countries, private students, and those who shifted examination centers.

CBSE's Decision

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released its assessment scheme for Class 10 students in parts of the Middle East following the cancellation of remaining main examinations. This decision follows a review of the situation in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

CBSE initially stated that the result declaration mode for Class 10 candidates in the region would be notified separately. This announcement provides much-needed clarity.

Examination Conduct

According to CBSE, exams scheduled between February 17 and February 28 were conducted successfully. During this period, six academic subjects, including Mathematics, English, and Science, were completed.

Additionally, 16 language papers and 22 skill subject examinations were also conducted, showcasing the breadth of testing already achieved.

Student Categories

Based on the completed examinations, CBSE has identified several categories of students:

• Students who appeared in all examinations
• Students who appeared in four examinations
• Students who appeared in three examinations
• Students who appeared in two examinations
• Private students registered under the compartment category

Assessment Scheme Details

CBSE has outlined a detailed assessment scheme for each category:

Students who appeared in all examinations: Results will be declared based on their performance.

Students who appeared in four examinations: Results will be computed using the average of marks obtained in the best three performing subjects for the subjects whose examinations were not conducted.

Students who appeared in three examinations: Results will be calculated based on the average of marks obtained in the best two performing subjects for the remaining subjects.

Students who appeared in two examinations: Results will be declared based on the average marks of the two subjects for the remaining subjects.

Students of 2025 or earlier registered for up to two subjects: If they have appeared in one or two examinations, their results will be based on their performance. If any examination remains, they will be allowed to appear in the second Board examinations.

Students who shifted examination centres to another country: Their results will be declared based on their performance.

Additional Information

The results of Middle East students will be declared along with the rest of the students. This ensures uniformity and avoids any unnecessary delays.

Students will be allowed to improve their performance through the second Board examinations as per policy. This provides an opportunity for those seeking better results.

 

If any further action is required during result preparation, the Board will take an appropriate decision.

 

Internal assessment, already completed, will be considered as uploaded by schools. Results prepared using this assessment scheme will be final.

No special examination will be conducted under any circumstances, except those held by CBSE as per its policy.

The decision of the competent authority of the Board will be final.

 

The assessment scheme for Class 12 students will be communicated separately once finalised.

What to Watch Next

The focus now shifts to the upcoming announcement regarding the Class 12 assessment scheme. Students and parents should monitor the official CBSE website for further updates and notifications.