CBSE Announces Class 12 Special Exam Schedule for West Asia Students

The CBSE has announced the schedule for the Class 12 special examinations for students in West Asia, set to take place from October 23 to 28, 2026. This initiative is aimed at those who missed the original exams due to regional unrest. Students can download their admit cards starting October 12, using their registration credentials. The timetable includes various subjects, with most exams occurring from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. For detailed subject-wise scheduling and instructions on obtaining admit cards, read the full article.

By Ambika Singh Oct 9, 2026, 21:38 IST

Overview of the Class 12 Special Examination

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has unveiled the timetable for the Class 12 special examinations set for 2026, specifically for students located in West Asia. The exams are scheduled to begin on October 23 and will conclude on October 28.

This special examination is intended for students who were unable to participate in the original exams held in March and April due to the prevailing unrest in the region. The board has confirmed that the exams will take place from October 23 to October 28.

Admit Card Availability

Students can download their admit cards starting from October 12. To access their admit cards, they must log in using the same credentials they used to register for the special examination. CBSE has set up exam centers in various countries based on the information provided by the affected students, ensuring that there is at least one center in each country.

Exam Schedule Details

According to the CBSE timetable, the Class 12 special exams will be conducted on October 23, 26, 27, and 28. Most exams are scheduled from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, while some subjects will have a two-hour duration.

Subject-wise Exam Schedule

Subject-wise Exam Schedule

Date and Day	Subject	Examination Time
October 23, Friday	Political Science	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 23, Friday	Economics	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 23, Friday	Mathematics	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 23, Friday	Applied Mathematics	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 24, Saturday	Psychology	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 24, Saturday	Business Studies	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 24, Saturday	Physical Activity Trainer	10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
October 26, Monday	Biology	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 26, Monday	Information Technology	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 26, Monday	Marketing	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 26, Monday	Multimedia	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 26, Monday	Artificial Intelligence	10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
October 27, Tuesday	Home Science	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 27, Tuesday	Informatics Practices	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 27, Tuesday	Computer Science	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
October 28, Wednesday	English Core	10:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Instructions for Downloading Admit Cards

The admit cards for the special examination will be accessible from October 12. Candidates can retrieve their hall tickets from the CBSE website by using the same login credentials they utilized during the registration process. The board has ensured that admit cards will be issued for all candidates who submitted their List of Candidates (LOC) for the special examination. Students are advised to have their login information ready to facilitate a smooth download of their admit cards once they are available.