CBSE Board Exam Result 2026: Special marking formula announced for students in this region, check latest update

The Central Board of Secondary Education is set to implement a structured assessment method for students who missed examinations at West Asia centres due to the ongoing Iran conflict, with a detailed plan for Class 10 already in place and a framework for Class 12 expected soon.

CBSE has assured that results for both Class 10 and Class 12 will be declared on time. According to Controller of Examinations Sanyam Bhardwaj, the Class 12 assessment plan is still under review due to its complexity, as it involves multiple subjects and varying student circumstances across affected regions, reports TOI.

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How CBSE will evaluate class 10 students

For Class 10, CBSE has issued a clear assessment scheme based on the number of exams a student was able to appear for:

• Students who appeared in all exams will be evaluated based on their actual performance

• Students who appeared in four exams will have their remaining subjects assessed using the average of their best three performing subjects

• Students who appeared in three exams will be evaluated using the average of their best two performing subjects

• Students who appeared in two exams will have results calculated based on the average marks of those two subjects for remaining papers

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Exams cancelled at West Asia centres

The board cancelled examinations at select centres in Doha, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE due to prevailing conditions. However, exams conducted between February 17 and February 28, 2026, were completed successfully, covering major subjects, language papers and skill-based courses.

Class 12 assessment under review

CBSE officials said the Class 12 evaluation framework requires deeper analysis, including the number of affected students, subjects involved and the extent of exams completed. A final decision will be announced once this review is completed.

What students should expect

CBSE has emphasised that the evaluation approach is designed to ensure fairness while accounting for disruptions caused by the conflict. Students, including private candidates under the compartment category, are expected to receive further clarity once the board finalises the remaining guidelines.