Students across the GCC are grappling with anxiety and uncertainty as the delay in CBSE Class 12 board examinations continues amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
The postponement of exams in countries including Bahrain has left thousands of students and their families in a state of confusion, raising concerns about both their academic future and mental wellbeing.
While the boards have assured students that revised examination dates will be announced soon and advised them to stay in contact with their respective schools for updates, the prolonged uncertainty is beginning to take a psychological toll.
Aleesha Anil Das, a Class 12 student, shared her concerns about how the delay could affect her plans for higher education.
“Several entrance examinations I hope to apply for will begin accepting applications from mid-April. The delay in board examinations could also push back the announcement of results, potentially clashing with the application timelines for competitive entrance tests. This uncertainty is creating a worry about a possible domino effect on my academic plans, leaving us catastrophising over what will happen,” she said while talking to the GDN.
“Missing important entrance exam deadlines could also force us to either take a gap year to apply again to our preferred colleges or settle for alternatives. Students are in urgent need of clarity and a concrete plan,” she added.
Other students are concerned about how the revised examination schedule might affect their preparation.
