Are you aspiring to be in the Nigerian Maritime University, or are you already there but don't know what the NMU Academic Calendar looks like for the 2025/2026 session?

The NMU Academic Calendar is your guide to every activity in school from your first day to your final exams. It marks registration periods, lecture schedules, and, of course, the holidays.

To avoid missing out on this important information, we will take you through the activities for the 2025/2026 session so you can prepare ahead of the session.

NMU Academic Calendar 2025/2026

This is the current calendar of 2025/2026 currently in use:

Dates

Activities

Monday 3rd November, 2025

Fresh Students Resume

Sunday 16th November, 2025

Clearance for Fresh Students

Wednesday 19th November, 2025

Orientation of Fresh Students

Sunday 23rd November, 2025

Returning Students Resume

Monday 24th November, 2025

Lectures Begin

Friday 2nd January, 2026

End of Registration for all students

Friday 19th December - Friday 9th January 2026

Mid semester Break

Monday 5th January, 2026

Late Registration Begins

Saturday 7th February, 2026

Matriculation Ceremony

Friday 6th March, 2026

Late Registration Ends

Friday 6th March, 2026

First Semester Lectures End

Monday 9th - Friday 13th, 2026

Revision Week

Monday 16th March, 2026

First Semester Examination Begins

Friday 27th March, 2026

First Semester Exams End

Sunday 29th March - Saturday 25th April, 2026

Semester Break

Sunday 26th April, 2026

Students Resume for the Second Semester

Monday 27th April, 2026

Second Semester Lectures Begin

Saturday 9th May, 2026

Convocation Ceremony

Friday 17th July, 2026

Second Semester Lectures End

Monday 20th - Friday 24th July, 2026

Cultural Week

Monday 27th - Friday 31st July, 2026

Revision Week

Monday 3rd August, 2026

Second Semester Examination Begins

Friday 21st July, 2026

Second Semester Examination Ends

Thursday 10th September, 2026

Senate Approval of Results

Saturday 22nd August - Saturday 10th October, 2026

Holiday

How to Access the Official Academic Calendar

There are different methods to access the NMU Academic Calendar. They include:

The Official Website of NMU:

Website: https://www.nmu.edu.ng/

Faculty/Departmental Notice Board:

  • You can access the information from the physical notice boards on campus

  • Your Department WhatsApp groups (ensure to verify admin authenticity)

  • You can receive direct information from the school authority through your Class Representatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which School is NMU?
A: Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko (NMU) is a coeducational Nigerian higher education institution that offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study.

Q: When is the Nigerian Maritime University Academic Year?
A: The academic year typically runs in two main semesters (First and Second), with specific dates set by the university at the beginning of each session.

Q: Can the Nigerian Maritime University Academic Calendar Change?
A: Yes, the university may modify the academic calendar due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., strikes, special events), but the updates are communicated through official channels.

Q: Are Exam Dates in the Nigerian Maritime University Academic Calendar Fixed?
A: Exam dates are usually published with the academic calendar but may be adjusted; students should check official notices for any changes.

Q: Who Approves the Nigerian Maritime University Academic Calendar?
A: The university’s academic board and senate typically review and approve the academic calendar before publication.