Planning ahead is the first step to having a successful school year. The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has just released the official academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session, which covers all important dates, including registration start dates, lecture durations, and exam schedules.
Whether you’re just joining the FUTA family as a fresher or you are a returning student, having these dates handy is the best way to plan your year and avoid last minute stress.
Here is a simple and clear breakdown of the full schedule, so you can see exactly what's coming up this school year.
First Semester Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Registration Schedule
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Registration Portal Opens | November 17, 2025 |
Arrival on Campus (Fresh & Returning) | November 23, 2025 |
Physical Registration Begins | November 24, 2025 |
Late Registration Period | December 4–23, 2025 |
Academic Activities
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Lectures Begin (Returning Students) | November 24, 2025 |
Fresh Students Orientation | December 4–8, 2025 |
First Semester Examinations | March 2–21, 2026 |
Monday, 22 December 2025 | Christmas break begins |
Sunday, 4 January 2026 | Christmas break ends |
Monday, 26 January 2026 | Matriculation ceremony |
Friday, 20 February 2026 | Lectures end |
Monday, 23 – Friday, 27 February 2026 | Lecture-free week |
Monday, 2 – Saturday, 21 March 2026 | First semester examinations |
Monday, 23 March 2026 | Semester break begins |
First Semester Summary
Item | Details |
|---|---|
Lecture duration | 13 weeks |
Lecture-free period | 1 week |
Examination period | 3 weeks |
Second Semester Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Registration Schedule
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Registration Portal Opens | April 13, 2026 |
Academic Activities
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Monday, 20 April 2026 | Arrival of all students |
Monday, 20 – Friday, 24 April 2026 | Oral examination for spillover (2023/2024 session) |
Monday, 27 April 2026 | Lectures commence |
Friday, 24 July 2026 | Lectures end |
Monday, 27 – Friday, 31 July 2026 | Lecture free week |
Monday, 3 – Friday, 14 August 2026 | Second-semester examinations |
Monday, 17 August 2026 | Second semester examinations end |
Monday, 17 August 2026 | Inter session break begins |
Second Semester Summary
Item | Details |
|---|---|
Semester duration | 18 weeks |
Lecture duration | 13 weeks |
Lecture-free period | 1 week |
Examination period | 2 weeks |
Important Information for New Students
Firstly, congratulations on your admission into FUTA! If you are still unsure of your admission status, see the FUTA admission list to confirm and to guide you on the steps to take.
If you’re resuming FUTA for the first time, you’re advised to:
Arrive on campus on or before November 23, 2025
Decide where you will stay during the school year. Luckily, FUTA provides affordable hostel accommodation.
Complete online registration before physical clearance
Attend the compulsory orientation programme from December 4 to 8, 2025
Finish all registration steps before the late registration deadline
Important Information for Returning Students
As a returning student, you’re expected to:
Start online registration from November 17, 2025
Resume on campus by November 23, 2025
Begin physical registration on November 24, 2025
Get ready for lectures, as classes begin immediately after registration
Note
For both new and returning students, ensure that you carefully check the FUTA School Fees Schedule before proceeding to make payments. Be sure to make payments immediately the portal opens to avoid issues or lateness charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does FUTA registration start for the 2025/2026 session?
A: Online registration opens on November 17, 2025.
Q: When should new students arrive on campus?
A: You’re expected to arrive by November 23, 2025.
Q: When do lectures begin at FUTA?
A: Lectures for returning students begin on November 24, 2025.
Q: Is orientation compulsory for fresh students?
A: Yes, orientation runs from December 4 to 8, 2025, and attendance is mandatory.
Q: When will the first semester exams start?
A: First semester examinations will start from March 2 to March 21, 2026.
