The Federal University Birnin Kebbi academic calendar is the official timetable that outlines all major academic activities for the session.
It serves as a guide for students, lecturers, and administrative staff, ensuring smooth coordination throughout the academic year. To know more about the FUBK academic calendar, keep reading below.
FUBK Academic Calendar for Undergraduates 2025/2026
Please find below the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar for undergraduate programmes.
ACTIVITY | DURATION | DATES |
|---|---|---|
Registration of New Students | 4 Weeks | Monday 29th December 2025 - Saturday 24th January 2021 |
Registration of Returning Students | 3 Weeks | Monday 5th January - Saturday 24th January 2026 |
First Semester Lectures | 8 Weeks | Monday 26th January - Saturday 21st March 2026 |
Mid-Semester Break | 1 Week | Monday 23rd March - Sunday 29th March 202- |
First Semester Lectures (continued) | 5 Weeks | Monday 30th March - Saturday 2nd May 2026 |
First Semester Examinations | 3 Weeks | Monday 4th May - Saturday 23rd May 2026 |
Break and Submission/Approval of Exam Results | 2 Weeks | Monday 25th May - Sunday 7th June 2026 |
Second Semester Lectures | 9 Weeks | Monday 8th June - Saturday 8th Aug. 2026 |
Mid-Semester Break | 1 Week | Monday 10th August - Sunday 16th August 2026 |
Second Semester Lectures (continued) | 5 Weeks | Monday 17th August - Saturday 19th September 2026 |
Second Semester Examinations | 3 Weeks | Monday 21st September - Saturday 10th October 2026 |
Submission of Examination Results to Departments | 2 Weeks | Monday 12th October - Saturday 24th October 2026 |
Consideration/Approval of Results by Faculty Boards | 2 Weeks | Monday 26th October - Saturday 7th November 2026 |
Consideration/Approval of Results by the Senate | 1 Week | Monday 9th November – Saturday 14th November 2026 |
END OF SESSION BREAK | Monday 12th October - Sunday 27th Dec 2026 | |
Beginning of 2026/2027 Academic Session | Monday, 28th December, 2026 |
Registration Procedures and Institutional Requirements
Registration at FUBK is primarily conducted through the university’s online portal. The process is structured to ensure transparency, documentation, and proper student record management.
For fresh students, the procedure begins with admission acceptance and clearance verification. Candidates must present original academic credentials and complete physical and digital documentation before gaining access to the registration system.
Returning students log into the student portal to confirm personal details, generate payment invoices, and complete school fee payments.
After payment confirmation, course registration becomes accessible. Students are required to carefully select their courses in accordance with departmental guidelines and approved credit load limits.
The university enforces strict compliance with registration deadlines. Late registration typically attracts financial penalties, and extended delays may result in academic deferment. The registration window is therefore one of the most important phases of the academic calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much are school fees in FUBk?
A: FUBK school fee structures range from N66,000 to N180,000 for some courses like medicine, surgery, and nursing.
Q: Will FUBK release more than one admission list?
A: Yes, the FUBK admission list is released in batches. People who don't see their names in the first batch should keep looking.
Q: How much are hostel fees at FUBK?
A: Hostel fees at Federal University Birnin Kebbi typically range between ₦25,000 and ₦30,000 per session.
Q: Is FUBK Post UTME a written exam or an online screening?
A: Instead of a physical written exam, FUBK usually conducts an online post UTME screening based on submitted credentials and UTME scores.
Q: Do you have to upload your O-level results to JAMB CAPS?
A: Yes, it is necessary to upload O-level results to JAMB CAPS. Failure to do so may result in candidates not being considered for admission, even if they passed the Post UTME screening.
