For both new and returning students at the Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA), it is very important to know when classes will resume and when the academic year will end in 2025/2026.
Below, we have covered all you need to know about the FUTIA resumption date for the 2025/2026 academic session.
FUTIA Resumption Date for the 2025/2026 Session
According to the academic calendar, new students move into residence on Monday, October 6, 2025, while returning students are expected to resume on Monday, October 13, 2025. Registration and payment procedures begin on Monday, October 27, 2025, and end on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
This date is important because it gives new students a chance to get used to things before classes start for everyone else.
Registration and orientation programmes usually happen at the same time as the start of classes, so that students can finish all the necessary steps, like paying fees, getting cleared, registering for classes, and getting used to campus life.
Orientation and Registration Activities for New Students
Before lectures begin, new students must complete orientation and registration exercises to prepare for academic and social life on campus.
For the 2025/2026 session, FUTIA has scheduled its third orientation programme for new students at the FUTIA Pavilion from Wednesday, November 12th to Thursday, November 13th, 2025.
Orientation activities typically begin at 9:00 a.m. each day and provide important information on academic regulations, campus culture, facilities, and support services.
Orientation is mandatory and provides a valuable opportunity for freshmen to interact with university officials, learn about institutional expectations, and connect with peers.
Students are encouraged to arrive on time and fully participate in orientation exercises, which frequently include introductions to student organisations, safety briefings, and academic advising sessions.
Registration for both new and returning students usually occurs concurrently with resumption. The university administration establishes deadlines for school fee payments, clearance procedures, and course selections, ensuring a smooth transition into the academic calendar.
Rain Semester and End of the Academic Year
Following the completion of the Harmattan semester exams, the university enters the rain semester, which represents the second half of the academic year. Lectures for this semester typically begin on Monday, April 20, 2026, with regular instruction resumed following the Harmattan break.
Rain semester examinations will begin on Monday, August 3, 2026, and end on Friday, August 21, 2026, with an academic break. Holidays such as Id el-Maulud take place near the end of the session.
Completing the final semester examinations marks the end of the academic year, paving the way for results processing, possible retakes, and preparation for the following session. Students are advised to monitor updates from the university's academic planning office for any changes or additional announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the courses offered in FUTIA?
A: The Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA) offers specialised degree programmes across engineering, computing, and pure sciences.
Q: Will FUTIA conduct an orientation programme for freshers?
A: Yes. The university organises a mandatory orientation programme for new students to introduce them to academic guidelines, campus culture, and student support services.
Q: Does FUTIA accept a second choice?
A: ONLY candidates who scored a minimum cut off mark of 160 in their UTME and made FUTIA their first (1st) choice are eligible to apply.
Q: Can the resumption date change?
A: Yes. FUTIA may adjust the resumption date due to administrative decisions, national directives, public holidays, or unforeseen circumstances.
Q: Will hostels be available immediately after resumption?
A: Yes. FUTIA typically opens its hostels for occupancy on the official resumption date.
Q: How much is the FUTA screening fee?
A: The Post UTME screening fee is two thousand (N2,000.00) naira only, payable at any bank on the Remita platform after generating the necessary code.
