ICSE and ISC board exams 2026 in the UAE have been cancelled due to security concerns amid regional tensions. Check details here
ICSE, ISC Board Exams 2026 Cancelled in UAE
ICSE, ISC Board Exams 2026: The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has cancelled ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12 all streams) board exams in United Arab Emirates (UAE). The decision was taken due to security concerns and ongoing tensions in Middle East region. Thousands of Indian students studying in UAE schools under CISCE board should note that their ICSE and ISC Board exams have now been cancelled.
According to media reports, CISCE took this step after carefully reviewing the security situation. The decision was also made after consultations with concerned authorities and diplomatic representatives to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Discussion With UAE Authorities Regarding ICSE, ISC Board Exams 2026
As per media reports, a circular was sent to schools in which CISCE stated that the decision was taken after discussions with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai and the Consulate General of India in Dubai.
Earlier, ICSE & ISC board exams were only postponed from March 2 to April 6 for all centres in UAE. However, after assessing the situation again, the council decided to cancel ICSE and ISC exams completely.
Alternative Evaluation Method Expected for of ICSE & ISC Board Result 2026
Commonly asked questions
The ISC time table 2026 was released on November 13, 2025. The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) announced the ISC 12th time table on their official website, cisce.org. The ISC date sheet 2026 includes all subjects' exam dates and timings. The examinations will be held between February 12 and April 6, 2026.
The exams are held in pen and paper format. Students are advised to go through the ISC syllabus and exam pattern 2026 thoroughly before the release of time table.
No, ICSE time table 2026 is finalised after considering all events. Thus, a request to change the ICSE exam dates will not be entertained.
As per the ICSE exam day guidelines 2025, the following items are not allowed to be carried inside the exam hall:
- Mobile phones
- Bluetooth devices
- Earphones
- Microphones
- Pagers
- Health bands or any other electronic gadgets
- Any printed/blank/hand written paper
- Log tables
- Writing pads
- Scales
It is important to note that any unfair means will not be allowed during the exam, and students must not carry any electronic gadgets inside the exam hall. They must reach the examination hall at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the examination, and must carry their respective ICSE admit cards.
Since ICSE, ISC board exams have been cancelled instead of postponed, CISCE is expected to adopt an alternative evaluation method for students. Although the council has not yet officially announced the assessment process, experts believe CISCE may follow a method similar to the one used during COVID-19 pandemic. This may include:
- Internal school assessments
- Pre-board examination marks
- Academic performance during the year
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