CBSE introduces alternative assessment scheme for Class 12 students in West Asia; key guidelines

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced an alternative assessment method for Class 12 students in select West Asian countries, outlining how their results will be prepared this year.

The update was shared through a post by CBSE HQ on X, informing that “The Central Board of Secondary Education has issued Notification-2 dated 27.03.2026 outlining the alternative assessment scheme for declaration of Class XII results in West Asian countries (Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE).”

The decision comes in view of difficulties in conducting exams in these regions, with the board stepping in to ensure that students are still able to receive their results on time.

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CBSE Class 12 results 2026: How will the alternative scheme work?

According to the notification, the new assessment method is designed to keep the evaluation process fair while adjusting to the current challenges. The board has tried to ensure that students are assessed in a consistent manner despite the disruptions.

The board has introduced a comprehensive framework, grouping students based on how many board exams they were able to appear for. Students who have completed all their papers will have their results calculated in the usual way, based entirely on their performance in the board examinations.

However, for those who could not appear for some papers, the evaluation will rely largely on school-based assessments. These include marks from periodic tests such as quarterly exams, half-yearly exams, and pre-board examinations held during the academic session.

In subjects where the theory component carries 70 or 80 marks, schools will submit scores from three assessments: quarterly, half-yearly, and the final pre-board exam. The highest score among these will be used for result calculation.

For subjects with lower theory weightage, such as 60, 50, or 30 marks, only the final pre-board exam marks will be considered. If a student missed the final pre-board, then their earlier pre-board performance will be taken into account. Marks obtained in practical exams and internal assessments conducted during the year will remain unchanged and will be included as they are in the final result.

Schools to handle assessment under CBSE guidelines

Under this scheme, schools will take the lead in putting together students’ performance records. This will include internal assessments, practical marks, and other academic work completed during the year.

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CBSE has also asked schools to be careful and transparent while preparing these records. Following the guidelines properly will be important to avoid any errors in the final results.

Students asked to stay in touch with schools

Students and parents are being advised to keep checking with their schools for updates related to the assessment process and result announcements.

The board may share more details or clarifications if needed through its official channels, as the process moves forward to ensure everything runs smoothly.