Kerala SSLC Exams 2026: Govt seeks EC nod to conduct Class 10 exams in Gulf amid conflict

Kerala SSLC Exams 2026: Govt seeks EC nod to conduct Class 10 exams in Gulf amid conflict

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New Delhi, Updated on Apr 11, 2026 15:43 IST
Kerala Government is expected to complete Kerala SSLC exams 2026 for students in Gulf countries where exams were suspended due to the conflict in the west Asia. Election Commission will take final decision on this soon. Read the news to know in detail.

Kerala Government is expected to complete Kerala SSLC exams 2026 for students in Gulf countries where exams were suspended due to the conflict in the west Asia. Election Commission will take final decision on this soon. Read the news to know in detail.

Kerala SSLC Exams 2026: Govt seeks EC nod to conduct Class 10 exams in Gulf amid conflict

Kerala SSLC Exams 2026: Govt seeks EC nod to conduct Class 10 exams in Gulf amid conflict

Keralaโ€™s General Education Department is working to conduct the Kerala SSLC (Class 10) examinations 2026 in Gulf countries, which were earlier suspended due to the ongoing war in West Asia. The government officials said that a final decision on this will be taken only after getting approval from the Election Commission.

On Friday, the Education Minister V Sivankutty held a review meeting to discuss the situation and possible next steps for the students living in the affected regions. The government of Kerala is aiming to complete the Kerala Board Class 10 (SSLC) exams as soon as possible to reduce uncertainty among the students.

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Around 4.17 lakh students are appearing for the Kerala SSLC exams 2026 across Kerala and other centres, including a small number of students in Gulf countries.

Kerala SSLC Exams 2026: Government take steps to hold exams in the Gulf region

Earlier, the board decided to suspend the Kerala SSLC exams 2026 because of safety concerns in the Gulf region. Many Gulf countries were affected due to the war situation. Authorities are now preparing to resume the Kerala Board 10th exams 2026 in those countries, but since the Model Code of Conduct is currently in force, prior permission from the Election Commission is required to hold the exams.

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Q: ย  When will be the Kerala SSLC exam 2026 conducted?
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Kerala SSLC Exam 2026 was held from March 5 to 30, 2026. The Kerala board released the dates of the SSLC exam 2026 via press meet. Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan released the Kerala SSLC exam time table PDF 2026 on official website. Students will be able to download the SSLC time table 2026.

Q: ย  Has Kerala SSLC model exam timetable 2026 been released?
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Kerala SSLC model exam time table 2026 was released in January 2026. Kerala board released Kerala SSLC model exam time table 2026. Kerala SSLC model exam 2026 was  held from Feb 16 to 20, 2026.

Q: ย  How to download the Kerala SSLC 2026 timetable?
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Students can download the Kerala SSLC time table 2026 from the official website. Visit Kerala board website at pareekshabhavan.kerala.gov.in. On the homepage click on Kerala SSLC 2026 Time Table'. Kerala SSLC time table 2026 pdf will open up on the screen. Download and save the Kerala 10th time table 2026 for further use. Students are advised to take a printout of the Kerala SSLC exam time table 2026 and secure it.

As per the government officials, the department has already been asked to make necessary arrangements to conduct the exams quickly once the EC grants approval.

Kerala Board 10th Exams 2026: What it means for students in Gulf Countries

For students in the Gulf region, the situation is still uncertain, but they can be hopeful. If the Election Commission grants permission, the Kerala SSLC exams 2026 are likely to be held soon. This will help students continue their education.

At the same time, Kerala government officials are also considering backup options in case of not completing the Kerala SSLC 2026 exams due to ongoing tensions. However, the Kerala government has assured students and parents that their concerns are being taken seriously and the government is making every possible effort to ensure a fair and timely solution.

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