Government Announces 200,000 Fine for School Staff Involved in Exam Cheating

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The UAE government has introduced new and strict rules to stop exam cheating in schools. As first-term exams start on November 20, all public and private schools are now following the “Guide to Combating Cheating and Exam Misconduct,” issued by the Ministry of Education.

This new guide aims to keep exams fair and honest so every student gets an equal chance to succeed.

Making Exams Fair for Everyone

The guide explains that honesty in exams is not only the job of teachers or invigilators but also of students and parents. Everyone must play their part to make sure exams are clean and fair.

Schools must organize awareness sessions before exams to tell students what kind of behavior is expected and what punishments they will face if they cheat. This helps students understand how serious cheating is and how it can affect their future.

Rules Schools Need to Follow

All schools must share the new exam rules with students, parents, and staff. They also have to create special monitoring committees to watch over the exams.
If any student or teacher breaks the rules, the committee must record the case and report it directly to the Ministry of Education.

Punishments for Students

Students who cheat will face strict actions such as:

  • Losing 12 points from their conduct record.
  • Getting a zero in the subject.
  • Having their answer sheet canceled if they damage it on purpose.

Such students will also need to attend behavior training programs under the ministry’s Behavior Assessment plan.

The guide also lists what students cannot do during exams:

  • Use phones or any electronic devices.
  • Share exam papers or questions online.
  • Take photos of exam sheets.
  • Help or talk to others in the exam hall.
  • Try to influence teachers or leave the room without permission.

Penalties for School Staff

The new rules are also strict for teachers and staff.
Anyone who helps in cheating or leaks exam information can face a fine of up to AED 200,000.
They may also receive official warnings or job penalties, and serious cases can be sent to the authorities for further action.

Random Checks to Enforce Rules

The Ministry of Education said these rules apply to all types of cheating — including digital or online misconduct.
Teams from the ministry will carry out random inspections at schools and exam centers to make sure everything is done honestly.

Building a Culture of Honesty

Through this new policy, the UAE wants to make sure that honesty, hard work, and fairness are valued in education.
The message is clear — success should come from effort, not cheating.

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