Afe Babalola University has released the official academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic year. This calendar outlines important dates for resumption, registration, lectures, assessments, examinations, and breaks for both semesters.
Below, we have compiled the academic calendar for students to stay organised and maximise their university experience.
Approved Academic Calendar 2025/2026 Academic Session
The calendar below covers both the first semester and the second semester of academic activities.
Semester | Activity | Date |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
1. Fresh Students Resumption | ||
(a) College of Engineering | 22nd September, 2025 | |
(b) College of Law | 23rd September, 2025 | |
(c) College of MHS | 24th September, 2025 | |
(d) College of Sciences / Pharmacy | 25th September, 2025 | |
(e) College of SMS | 26th September, 2025 | |
2. Course Registration online (Fresh Students) | 6th October – 17th October, 2025 | |
3. Lectures begin (Fresh Students) | 29th September, 2025 | |
4. Returning Students Resumption | 29th September, 2025 | |
(a) College of Engineering | 29th September, 2025 | |
(b) College of Law | 30th September, 2025 | |
(c) Public Holiday (National Day) | 1st October 2025 | |
(d) College of MHS | 1st October, 2025 | |
(e) College of Sciences/Pharmacy | 2nd October, 2025 | |
(f) College of SMS | 3rd October, 2025 | |
5. Orientation Wednesday | 8th October - 10th October, 2025 | |
6. Course Registration online (Returning Students) | 6th October, 2025 | |
7. Lectures begin (Returning Students) | 6th October, 2025 | |
8. Late Registration with Penalty (Returning Students) | 20th October – 31st October, 2025 | |
9. Convocation | 21st October, 2025 | |
10. End of Year Break | 17th December, 2025 – 5th January, 2026 | |
11. Christmas Break | 25th December, 2025 | |
12. ABUAD Academic Commencement Anniversary | 4th January, 2026 | |
13. Lecturer Continues | 5th January, 2026 | |
14. Matriculation | 21st January, 2026 | |
15. First Semester Examinations | 26th January – 13th February, 2026 | |
16. End of first Semester Break | 14th February – 27th February, 2026 | |
17. (a) Marking and Processing of Results | 16th February, 2026 – 6th March, 2026 | |
(b) Departmental Examination Board | 9th March, 2026 | |
(c) College Examination Board | 12th March, 2026 | |
(d) Provost Board Meeting – CPDD | 16th March, 2026 | |
(e) Senate Meeting | 25th March, 2026 | |
(f) Online Results | 27th March, 2026 | |
Second Semester | ||
1. Students' Resumption | 2nd March, 2026 | |
2. Eid El-Fitr (tentative) | 20th March – 21st March, 2025 | |
3. Course Registration Online | 16th March – 28th March, 2026 | |
4. Lectures Begin | 2rd March – 23rd May, 2026 | |
5. Late Registration with Penalty | 30th March – 10th April, 2026 | |
6. Easter Break (Good Friday and Easter Monday) | 3rd April – 6th April, 2026 | |
7. Id-El Kabir (tentative) | 27th May – 28th May, 2026 | |
8. Second Semester Exams (Final Year) Commence | 1st May, 2026 – 5th June, 2026 | |
9. Second Semester Exams (All other students) | 8th June – 19th June, 2026 | |
10. Students’ Vacation | 20th June, 2026 | |
11. Marking & Processing of Results | ||
(a) Marking of Scripts | 22nd June, 2026 – 10th July, 2026 | |
(b) Departmental Examination Board | 13th July, 2026 | |
(c) College Examination Board | 16th July, 2026 | |
(d) Provost Board Meeting – CPDD | 20th July, 2026 | |
(e) Senate | 29th July, 2026 | |
(f) End of Session | 31st July, 2026 | |
New Session For 2026/2027 Begins | 21st September, 2026 |
This calendar resembles a schedule for achievement, filled with important dates. Overlooking one could lead to unnecessary stress. For learners, it’s a good idea to memorise these dates or, at the very least, post them on the wall near your bed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does ABUAD follow the same academic calendar every year?
A: No, the ABUAD academic calendar changes every academic session. Dates may be adjusted based on academic planning, public holidays, or unforeseen circumstances.
Q: Is the ABUAD academic calendar the same for all students?
A: Yes, the academic calendar generally applies to all undergraduate and postgraduate students, although some faculties or programmes may have slight variations.
Q: Can the ABUAD academic calendar be changed after release?
A: Yes, ABUAD may revise the academic calendar if necessary. Any changes are usually communicated officially to students and staff.
Q: Does the ABUAD academic calendar include examination dates?
A: Yes, examination periods are clearly stated in the academic calendar, including the duration of exams for each semester.
Q: What happens if a student misses an activity listed in the academic calendar?
A: Missing important activities, such as registration or examinations, may attract penalties. Students are advised to follow the academic calendar closely to avoid issues.
