CBSE Exams in the Middle East Face Crisis Due to War; How Will CUET, NEET, and JEE Exams Be Conducted?
The repercussions of the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States are becoming evident across several countries in the Middle East. Consequently, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to temporarily postpone the Class 12 board examinations scheduled in certain Middle Eastern nations. However, the impact of this conflict is now beginning to be felt within India's own education system and examination schedule as well.
For instance, following the postponement of CBSE exams in the Middle East, discussions have arisen regarding how entrance examinations—such as CUET, JEE Main, and NEET UG—can be successfully conducted in these Middle Eastern countries amidst the ongoing conflict.
A large number of parents across India are concerned that this situation could potentially disrupt the entire academic session. Let us examine the full details of this matter.
CUET UG Examination Centers in Middle Eastern Countries
Examination centers for both the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) and CUET PG have been established in numerous cities across the Middle East. Prominent among these are Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Additionally, examination centers have been designated in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), Doha (Qatar), Kuwait City, Manama (Bahrain), and Muscat (Oman). A significant number of students appear for these examinations in these cities.
International Centers for CUET PG
Several cities in the Middle East have also been selected as examination centers for CUET PG 2026. Plans are in place to conduct the examinations in Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi (UAE), as well as in Saudi Arabia, Doha (Qatar), Kuwait City, Manama (Bahrain), and Muscat (Oman). If the regional tensions persist for an extended period, the conduct of these examinations could also be adversely affected.
Potential Impact on JEE Main and NEET UG
Engineering and medical entrance examinations are also conducted in this region. For the second session of JEE Main 2026, cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat, Riyadh, and Manama have been designated as examination centers. Meanwhile, examination centers for NEET UG 2026 have been designated in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat, Manama, Riyadh, and Kuwait City.
Rising Concerns Among Students and Parents
The tense situation prevailing in the Middle East has heightened anxiety among students and their parents. If the situation does not normalize soon, the dates for several examinations may have to be rescheduled. However, the concerned agencies have not yet taken a final decision regarding these examinations. Officials state that the situation is being closely monitored, and further information will be released if deemed necessary.
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