Atiba University has released the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session, outlining the major academic and administrative activities students are expected to participate in throughout the session.Â
The schedule covers resumption, orientation, course and programme registration, lectures, continuous assessment tests, examinations, semester breaks, matriculation, project defence and other important university activities.
Below is the detailed breakdown of the Atiba University Academic Calendar for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.
Atiba University Academic Calendar for 2025/2026 Session
The approved calendar begins with the resumption of freshers, direct entry students and final year students on 29 September 2025, while the first semester runs through lectures, assessments and examinations before the second semester begins in February 2026.
First Semester Academic Calendar
Academic Activity | Date/Period |
|---|---|
Resumption of UTME/DE Freshers and Final Year Students | 29 to 30 September 2025 |
Resumption of Returning Students | 29 to 30 September 2025 |
Independence Day Holiday | 1 October 2025 |
Orientation Programme for New Students | 1 to 15 October 2025 |
First Semester Lectures | 2 October 2025 to 8 January 2026 |
First Semester Course Registration | 2 to 16 October 2025 |
Submission of First Semester Examination Questions | 6 to 17 October 2025 |
General Continuous Assessment Test | 24 to 28 November 2025 |
End of Year Break | 20 December 2025 to 3 January 2026 |
Christmas Day | 25 December 2025 |
Boxing Day | 26 December 2025 |
New Year's Day | 1 January 2026 |
Resumption from Christmas Break | 5 January 2026 |
Continuation of First Semester Lectures | 6 to 8 January 2026 |
Revision Week | 9 to 16 January 2026 |
First Semester Examinations | 19 January to 6 February 2026 |
First Semester Break | 7 to 21 February 2026 |
Second Semester Academic Calendar
The second semester begins immediately after the first semester break. The major dates are outlined below.
Academic Activity | Date/Period |
|---|---|
Resumption from First Semester Break | 22 February 2026 |
Second Semester Course Registration | 23 February to 6 March 2026 |
Submission of Second Semester Examination Questions | 23 February to 6 March 2026 |
Second Semester Lectures | 23 February to 30 May 2026 |
Ramadan Fasting Period | 1 to 30 March 2026 |
Departmental Board Meeting | 31 March 2026 |
Faculty Board Meeting | 2 April 2026 |
Good Friday | 4 April 2026 |
Easter Monday | 6 April 2026 |
Senate Meeting on First Semester Results | 9 April 2026 |
Workers' Day Holiday | 1 May 2026 |
Eid el Kabir Holiday | 28 to 29 May 2026 |
Revision Week | 1 to 5 June 2026 |
Matriculation Week | 3 to 4 June 2026 |
Matriculation Ceremony | 4 June 2026 |
Second Semester Examinations | 5 to 26 June 2026 |
Democracy Day | 12 June 2026 |
End of Session Holiday | 27 June to 29 September 2026 |
Final Year Project Defence | 13 to 17 July 2026 |
Departmental Board Meeting on Second Semester Results | 13 July 2026 |
Faculty Board Meeting | 23 July 2026 |
Senate Meeting on Second Semester/Sessional Results | 30 July 2026 |
Summer Classes for Freshers | 21 July to 21 August 2026 |
Summer Examination | 24 to 28 August 2026 |
Next Session Resumption | 28 to 29 September 2026 |
The second semester is scheduled to run from 23 February to 30 May 2026, followed by revision and examinations. The calendar also includes matriculation activities for UTME and Direct Entry students in June.
How to Use the Academic Calendar Effectively
Having the calendar is one thing; using it well is another. Here are a few practical steps every Atiba University student should take:
Save the dates early. As soon as the academic calendar is released, mark all critical dates, registration deadlines, CA tests, review weeks, and examinations on your phone calendar or a physical planner.
Pay school fees on time. Registration is tied to school fee payment. Delaying payment means delaying registration, which could mean missing the course registration window entirely.
Stay connected to official channels. Atiba University communicates updates through its official website and its verified social media pages. Follow these platforms to stay informed of any changes to the calendar.
Plan your projects early. Final year students especially must treat the academic calendar as a project management tool. Map your research milestones against the calendar so that you reach project defence fully prepared.
Use the long vacation productively. The 12 week end of session break is a significant window. Use it for internships, skill acquisition, voluntary work, or quick reading. Returning refreshed and better prepared makes the next session easier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Atiba University run summer classes?Â
A: Yes. The university runs summer classes typically from July to August, followed by summer examinations in August.
Q: Is Atiba University NUC accredited?Â
A: Yes. Atiba University is an approved NUC institution offering accredited undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate programmes.
Q: Can Atiba University's academic calendar be changed?
A: Yes. Academic dates may be adjusted by the university when necessary. Students should follow official announcements for any changes.
Q: When did the 2025/2026 academic session end?
A: The end of session holiday began on June 27, 2026, and was scheduled to run until September 29, 2026.
Q: Does the Atiba University academic calendar include matriculation?
A: Yes. The matriculation week was scheduled for June 3 to 4, 2026, with the ceremony held on June 4.
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