Gombe State University has officially released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session. The calendar was approved during the 112th Regular Meeting of the Senate held on Thursday, 29 January 2026.
The schedule outlines important academic activities for regular undergraduate students, including registration, resumption, lectures, examinations, breaks, result processing, and committee meetings for both semesters.
Students are advised to study the calendar carefully and plan their academic activities properly to avoid missing important dates during the session.
GSU First Semester Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Registration Period
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Registration portal opens for new students and returning students | Monday, 2 February 2026 – Saturday, 14 February 2026 |
Arrival and Resumption
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Students' arrival on campus | Monday, 16 February 2026 – Saturday, 28 February 2026 |
Lectures and Break
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
First phase of lectures | Monday, 2 March 2026 – Saturday, 14 March 2026 |
Students break | Monday, 16 March 2026 – Saturday, 22 March 2026 |
Continuation of lectures | Monday, 23 March 2026 – Saturday, 6 June 2026 |
Examination Schedule
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
First semester examinations | Monday, 8 June 2026 – Saturday, 27 June 2026 |
Students break | Monday, 29 June 2026 – Saturday, 4 July 2026 |
Marking and Result Processing
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Marking and results compilation | Monday, 29 June 2026 – Saturday, 18 July 2026 |
Departmental and faculty board meetings | Monday, 20 July 2026 – Saturday, 1 August 2026 |
Senate Business Committee | Monday, 3 August 2026 – Saturday, 8 August 2026 |
GSU Second Semester Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Resumption and Lectures
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Students' resumption on campus | Sunday, 5 July 2026 |
Lectures | Monday, 6 July 2026 – Saturday, 29 August 2026 |
Students break | Monday, 31 August 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026 |
Continuation of lectures | Monday, 7 September 2026 – Saturday, 10 October 2026 |
Second Semester Examination Schedule
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Second semester examinations | Monday, 12 October 2026 – Saturday, 31 October 2026 |
Marking and Result Processing
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Marking and results compilation | Monday, 2 November 2026 – Saturday, 21 November 2026 |
Departmental and faculty board meetings | Monday, 23 November 2026 – Saturday, 5 December 2026 |
Senate Business Committee | Monday, 7 December 2026 – Saturday, 12 December 2026 |
End of session break and leave | Monday, 14 December 2026 |
Public Holidays
The university stated that all public holidays approved by the government will be observed during the academic session. Students are advised to monitor official university notices for updates regarding holiday adjustments or academic activities.
Important Notes for Students
Students should note the following:
Registration and school fees should be completed within the approved registration period.
Lectures and examinations will follow the approved timetable strictly.
Students are expected to resume on campus as scheduled.
Departments and faculties will process examination results immediately after examinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has GSU released the academic calendar for 2025/2026?
A: Yes, Gombe State University has officially released and approved the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Q: Does Gombe State University provide hostel accommodation?
A: Yes, GSU provides hostel accommodation for undergraduate students based on available space.
Q: When does GSU registration begin for 2025/2026?
A: Registration begins on Monday, 2 February 2026, for both new students and returning students.
Q: When will lectures begin at GSU?
A: First semester lectures will begin on Monday, 2 March 2026.
Q: When will the GSU first semester examinations start?
A: First semester examinations will start on Monday, 8 June 2026.
Q: When is the GSU second semester resumption date?
A: Students are expected to resume for the second semester on Sunday, 5 July 2026.
Q: Does GSU offer Medicine and Surgery?
A: Yes. GSU offers Medicine and Surgery through its College of Medical Sciences. See all GSU courses here.
Q: When will the second semester examinations begin at GSU?
A: Second semester examinations will begin on Monday, 12 October 2026.
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