Kwara State University has officially released the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. Students can now see how the school year will unfold.
This schedule covers both the Harmattan and Rain semesters. It includes key activities like registration, lectures, exams, and result processing.
For many students, having these dates early makes planning much easier. It also helps avoid missing important deadlines during the session.
KWASU Academic Calendar 2025/2026
The academic calendar gives a clear structure for the entire school year. Both new and returning students are expected to follow it closely.
Each semester comes with tight timelines, so staying organised is very important. Missing a key date can affect your academic progress.
Harmattan Semester Schedule
The Harmattan semester begins with registration and quickly moves into lectures and assessments.
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Monday, 29 September – Saturday, 18 October 2025 | Registration and orientation |
Sunday, 19 October 2025 | Registration ends for returning students |
Monday, 20 October 2025 | Lectures begin |
Monday, 20 October – Saturday, 22 November 2025 | Late registration |
Friday, 31 October 2025 | Registration ends for new students |
Thursday, 4 December 2025 | Matriculation |
Monday, 15 – Saturday, 20 December 2025 | Continuous assessment |
Monday, 22 – Tuesday, 23 December 2025 | Mid-semester break |
Saturday, 10 January 2026 | Lectures end |
Monday, 12 – Saturday, 17 January 2026 | Revision week |
Monday, 19 January – Saturday, 14 February 2026 | Examinations |
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 | Departmental results |
Thursday, 26 February 2026 | Faculty board review |
Monday, 2 – Friday, 6 March 2026 | BCoS consideration |
Thursday, 12 March 2026 | Senate approval and release |
A lot of registrations and payments are done in this semester, so you must stay up to date. Hostel accommodation can be applied in this semester, as soon as the portal opens.
Rain Semester Schedule
The Rain semester follows immediately after the Harmattan semester. It continues with lectures, assessments, and final examinations.
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Monday, 16 – Monday, 30 March 2026 | Add and drop courses |
Monday, 23 March 2026 | Lectures begin |
Thursday, 14 – Friday, 15 May 2026 | Mid-semester break |
Monday, 18 – Saturday, 23 May 2026 | Continuous assessment |
Saturday, 13 June 2026 | Lectures end |
Monday, 15 – Saturday, 20 June 2026 | Revision week |
Monday, 22 June – Saturday, 18 July 2026 | Examinations |
Thursday, 30 July 2026 | Departmental results |
Tuesday, 4 August 2026 | Faculty board review |
Monday, 10 – Friday, 14 August 2026 | BCoS consideration |
Thursday, 20 August 2026 | Senate approval and release |
This semester also runs on a fixed timeline. Staying updated will help you avoid unnecessary pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has KWASU released the academic calendar for 2025/2026?
A: Yes, the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session has been released.
Q: When does the KWASU Harmattan semester start?
A: The Harmattan semester begins with registration on 29 September 2025.
Q: When will lectures start for the Rain semester?
A: Lectures for the Rain semester will begin on 23 March 2026.
Q: When will KWASU exams start for the session?
A: Harmattan exams begin on 19 January 2026, while Rain semester exams start on 22 June 2026.
Q: When will results be released for the session?
A: Harmattan results will be released in March 2026, while Rain semester results will be released in August 2026.
Q: Is the KWASU academic calendar important?
A: Yes, it helps students plan properly and avoid missing important academic activities.
