The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin‑Ekiti (FUTES‑IYIN) 2025/2026 academic calendar is the official timetable that governs all academic activities for both first year and continuing students.
The academic calendar provides a comprehensive plan for the entire session, including resumption, registration, lectures, orientation, assessment, examinations, and result processing.
Below, we have broken down the FUTES-IYIN academic calendar, highlighting important dates, semester timelines, and important academic activities.
FUTES-IYIN Academic Calendar 2025/2026
The following is a breakdown of the FUTES-IYIN academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session.
First Semester 2025/2026
Dates | Events |
|---|---|
Monday, 5th January, 2026 | Resumption / Registration begins |
Tuesday, 6th – Friday, 9th January, 2026 | Student Registration continues |
Monday, 12th January, 2026 | Commencement Prayer/ Registration Continues |
Tuesday 13th January, 2026 | Lecture begins |
Wednesday 14th – Friday 16 January | Orientation Programme for Students |
Monday, 2nd February 2026 | Matriculation Ceremony |
Tuesday, 3rd February – Friday 13th March 2026 | Lecture continues with continuous assessment tests |
Friday, 10th April, 2026 | Lecture Ends |
Monday, 13th – Friday 18th March 2026 | Revision week |
Monday, 20th April | First Semester Examination Begins |
Saturday, 2nd May, 2026 | First Semester Examination Ends |
Monday 4th – 22nd May, 2026 | Marking of scripts/results submission |
1st Semester Summary
Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
Registration/Lectures/Continuous Assessment | 13 Weeks |
Revision | 1 Week |
Examinations | 2 Weeks |
Total | 16 Weeks |
Second Semester 2025/2026
Dates | Events |
|---|---|
Monday, 11th May, 2026 | Resumption / Registration begins |
Tuesday 12th May, 2026 | Lecture begins |
Monday 22nd – Friday 26th June, 2026 | Lecture continues/Continuous Assessment Tests |
Friday, 17th July, 2026 | Lecture Ends |
Monday, 20th – Friday 24th July, 2026 | Revision week |
Monday, 27th July, 2026 | Second semester examination begins |
Friday, 7th August, 2026 | Second Semester Examination Ends |
Monday, 10th – Monday, 31st August, 2026 | Marking of Scripts/Results submission |
2nd Semester Summary
Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
Registration/Lecture/Continuous Assessment Test | 10 Weeks |
Revision | 1 Week |
Examinations | 2 Weeks |
Marking/Results Submission | 3 Weeks |
Total | 16 Weeks |
How the Academic Calendar Impacts Students and Faculty
The academic calendar serves as more than a schedule; it shapes how students and faculty plan their entire academic year. For students, it influences everything from course planning and study schedules to examination preparation and holiday breaks.
Knowing when lectures begin, when CATs are held, and when exams happen allows students to manage their time effectively. For faculty, the calendar sets deadlines for teaching plans, assessment marking, result submission, and student advisement.
Lecturers adjust their lesson plans and teaching strategies to meet the designated weeks' learning outcomes. Administrative offices also depend on the academic calendar to schedule registration, student support services, and official reporting to governing bodies.
By defining these timelines clearly, FUTES-IYIN ensures institutional stability and academic continuity, critical components in delivering quality higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long is each semester in the 2025/2026 academic session?
A: Each semester spans approximately 16 weeks, including registration, lectures, assessments, revision, and examinations.
Q: Is the FUTES-IYIN cut off mark the same for UTME and Direct Entry applicants?
A: No. UTME candidates must meet the JAMB and departmental cut off marks, while Direct Entry applicants must meet the DE requirements set by the university and relevant departments.
Q: When should students pay their school fees for the new academic session?
A: Students can begin paying their school fees from December 1st, 2025, as the payment portal becomes accessible ahead of resumption.
Q: Are orientation programmes included in the calendar?
A: Yes. Orientation programmes for newly admitted students are held early in the first semester to introduce them to the university’s academic and social system.
Q: What is the duration of FUTES-IYIN undergraduate programmes?
A: The FUTES-IYIN undergraduate programmes are five years in duration, as approved by the university Senate for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Q: Is there a revision week before examinations?
A: Yes. Both semesters include a revision week, giving students time to prepare for their examinations.
