UI Academic Calendar 2025/2026 [Updated]
The new academic session has officially commenced at the University of Ibadan, and the management has approved and released the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. This calendar serves as a comprehensive guide that informs students of all scheduled activities and the expected dates for each event. Having this calendar helps students stay organised, plan, and ensure they do not miss any important academic or administrative activities throughout the year.
If you have not yet seen the academic calendar, this article provides the full schedule for the 2025/2026 session, which you can view and download. You will also find additional instructions and guidelines to help you stay on top of your activities and make the most of this school year.
University of Ibadan Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Below is a detailed schedule that all new and returning students are expected to follow for this academic session. It outlines important dates for registration, orientation, lectures, examinations, and other key academic activities.
First Semester
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| 19/01/26 | Commencement of online registration for new students |
| 19/01–20/01/26 | Virtual Orientation for new students |
| 21/01–27/02/26 | 5 weeks of virtual lectures |
| 02/03/26 | Physical resumption for new students |
| 03/03–04/03/26 | Physical orientation for new students |
| 05/03/26 | Physical resumption on campus for returning students/commencement of online registration for returning students |
| 11/03/26 | Matriculation Ceremony (Physical) |
| 09/03–22/05/26 | 11 weeks for teaching, revision, and continuous assessment |
| 25/05–29/05/26 | GES Examinations |
| 01/06–12/06/26 | 2 weeks for examinations – Faculties of Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Technology, Law, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Basic Medical Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Design & Management, Basic Clinical Sciences, Nursing |
| 15/06–26/06/26 | 2 weeks for examinations – Faculties of Arts, Science, Social Sciences, Economics & Management Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Computing |
End of First Semester
Second Semester
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| 13/07–09/10/26 | 11 weeks for teaching, revision, and continuous assessment |
| 03/08–14/08/26 | 2 weeks for processing of the First Semester examination results |
| 17/08–28/08/26 | 2 weeks for meetings of Faculty Boards of Examiners to consider First Semester Non-Final Year results |
| 15/09–16/09/26 | Senate meeting for the consideration of First Semester Non-Final Year results |
| 12/10–16/10/26 | GES Examinations |
| 19/10–30/10/26 | 2 weeks for examinations – Faculties of Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Technology, Law, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Basic Medical Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Design & Management, Basic Clinical Sciences, Nursing |
| 02/11–13/11/26 | 2 weeks for examinations – Faculties of Arts, Science, Social Sciences, Economics & Management Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Computing |
| 16/11–27/11/26 | 2 weeks for processing of results |
| 30/11–11/12/26 | 2 weeks for meetings of Faculty Boards of Examiners (Final & Non-Final Year results) |
| 28/12–30/12/26 | Senate meetings for the consideration of Final and Non-Final Year results |
Note
Students are expected to arrive for the commencement of the 2026/2027 academic session on Monday, 18/01/2027. Postgraduate students will resume alongside undergraduate students, so everyone should plan to be on campus from that date.
Guidelines for Students
- Make sure to resume on campus on time to avoid missing important activities.
- New students are required to attend orientation sessions, which will provide key information about academic life, campus facilities, and support services.
- Check the University of Ibadan School Fees Schedule 2025/2026 for your faculty to ensure you pay the correct amount promptly.
- Ensure you register your courses on time to avoid delays in your academic programme.
- Keep an eye on official updates or adjustments to the academic calendar, including orientation dates, lectures, and examinations.
Make sure you follow the schedule provided in this calendar and do not miss any important events. Share this post with other students so they can also have a copy and stay guided throughout the academic session.
