Picture this: you arrive on campus early, and your registration is done. Your school fees are paid, and your hostel space is secured. While others are rushing around in confusion, you are already settled and ready for lectures. That is the advantage of knowing your school's academic calendar on time.
The Federal University Otuoke has released its official academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. This schedule shows when you will resume, register, write exams, and complete every major academic activity.
The FUOTUOKE 2025/2026 academic calendar was signed by Andabi Amangi Edomo, the Registrar of the university, confirming it as the approved schedule for the session.
First Semester Academic Schedule
Below are the major activities for the first semester:
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
October 11, 2025 | Students arrive on campus |
October 13, 2025 | Registration begins |
October 20, 2025 | Lectures begin for returning students |
October 27, 2025 | Lectures begin for fresh students |
November 7, 2025 | School fees deadline and late registrations begin |
November 17, 2025 | Orientation for new students |
November 29, 2025 | Matriculation ceremony |
Dec 19, 2025 – Jan 3, 2026 | Christmas break |
January 30, 2026 | Lectures end |
February 2, 2026 | Revision begins |
Feb 9 – Mar 6, 2026 | First semester examinations |
Second Semester Academic Schedule
After the first semester break, activities continue as follows:
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
April 4, 2026 | Students return |
April 6, 2026 | Lectures begin |
May 4, 2026 | Senate meeting for results |
June 29 – July 3, 2026 | Students’ week |
July 10, 2026 | Lectures end |
July 13 – 17, 2026 | Revision week |
July 20 – Aug 7, 2026 | Second semester examinations |
September 17, 2026 | Final results consideration |
Physical Clearance for Fresh Students
After gaining admission, new students must complete physical clearance before full registration. This process confirms that your documents are genuine and match what you submitted online.
Without physical clearance, you may not be allowed to proceed with course registration.
Documents Needed for Physical Clearance
You are expected to come with both originals and photocopies of the following:
JAMB Admission Letter
JAMB Result Slip
O’Level Result (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB)
Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
Certificate of Origin
Passport photographs
Online registration printouts
School fees payment receipt
Keep these documents neat and well arranged to avoid delays.
Steps Involved in Physical Clearance
Follow these steps when reporting for clearance:
Visit your faculty or designated clearance venue
Submit your documents for verification
Fill and sign clearance forms
Meet faculty and departmental officers
Confirm your clearance status
Proceed to course registration after approval
Once cleared, you can complete your online registration and focus on your studies. Good planning saves you from unnecessary stress during the session.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When will FUOTUOKE resume for the 2025/2026 session?
A: Students are expected to resume on October 11, 2025.
Q: When will lectures start for fresh students?
A: Lectures for new students will begin on October 27, 2025.
Q: How do I apply for hostel accommodation?
A: Hostel application usually opens after payment of school fees and registration.
Q: When is the deadline for paying school fees?
A: The deadline for school fees payment is November 7, 2025. Late payment attracts extra charges.
Q: Is physical clearance compulsory for freshers?
A: Yes. All new students must complete physical clearance before full registration.
Q: When will the first semester exams take place?
A: First semester examinations will run from February 9 to March 6, 2026.
