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“They will stay in the house and do revision. If they have any problem, they can consult with their teachers over phone. No need to get upset about the future of their educational lives,” he told The Daily Star on Thursday.

Ziaul said due to the deferment of the exam, students get a chance to prepare better and that they should see the crisis as an opportunity

“They have already completed the syllabus as the exam was supposed to take place form April 1. They have got extra time and they should use it as a golden opportunity to fix problems, if there are any,” he suggested.

To better utilise the time, students can prepare a routine. “For example, they can revise every subject chapter-wise or dedicate a day to study a particular subject.”

He said students having the mental strength to overcome the situation is the most important aspect.

“Don’t panic about the exam and the admission. Usually university classes start between November and December. So, the policymakers will take decisions to reduce the gap,” he added.