Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Kerala General Education Minister V Sivankutty has announced the postponement of Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled at centres in the Gulf region. Revised dates will be announced later.
The Kerala government has postponed the 2026 Class 10 (SSLC) and Class 12 (Plus Two) board examinations scheduled at centres in the Gulf region due to escalating tensions from the US-Iran-Israel war in the Middle East. Education Minister V Sivankutty announced that revised dates will be declared soon after reviewing the situation.
This decision affects students in Gulf countries registered for Kerala Board exams. According to sources, the rising instability in the region has jeopardized the safety of exam centres. The Kerala Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) and Secondary Education Board will implement the postponement.
The minister stated that the government is prioritizing student safety and will set new dates once the situation normalizes. This move highlights the broader impact of Middle East tensions on global educational programs.
