If you are preparing for the new session at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, one of the most important things you need is the academic calendar. It helps you know when lectures start, exam periods, breaks, and key school activities.
The university has released the official NSUK academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session, and it is quite detailed. From registration to lectures, exams, and holidays, everything has been clearly outlined to guide both new and returning students.
Whether you just checked your admission list or you are already a student, this calendar will help you plan properly alongside your hostel arrangements and course registration.
NSUK Academic Calendar 2025/2026
The session is divided into two semesters:
First Semester: Starts from late 2025 into early 2026
Second Semester: Runs from mid 2026 to the end of the session
Below is a simplified breakdown of the key academic activities.
First Semester Academic Calendar 2025/2026
November 2025
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Wednesday, 5th November | Commencement of SWEP for Engineering students |
Monday, 17th November | Acceptance of admission begins for new students |
Sunday, 30th November | End of SWEP |
December 2025
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Friday, 5th December | University closes for end of year break |
Wednesday, 24th December | Christmas Eve |
Thursday, 25th December | Christmas Day |
Friday, 26th December | Boxing Day |
Wednesday, 31st December | New Year’s Eve |
January 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Sunday, 4th January | Portal opens for registration (new & returning students) |
Monday, 5th January | Staff resume from break |
10th – 24th January | Revision & examination of third semester |
Tuesday, 13th January | PG Board meeting |
Tuesday, 20th January | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 21st January | Deans Committee meeting |
Sunday, 25th January | Registration closes |
Monday, 26th January | Late registration begins |
Wednesday, 28th January | Inaugural lecture |
Thursday, 29th January | Senate meeting |
Saturday, 31st January | Registration portal closes |
February 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Monday, 2nd February | Resumption & lectures begin |
3rd – 4th February | Training on NSUK LMS |
5th – 6th February | Training for academic staff |
Tuesday, 10th February | PG Board meeting |
Wednesday, 11th February | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Thursday, 12th February | Deans Committee meeting |
Friday, 13th February | Orientation for 100L & 200L students |
Wednesday, 25th February | Inaugural lecture |
March 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
9th – 14th March | Add/Drop course registration |
Tuesday, 10th March | PG Board meeting |
Tuesday, 17th March | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 18th March | Deans Committee meeting |
20th – 23rd March | Eid al-Fitr public holiday |
24th – 28th March | Continuous assessment (300L–500L) |
Wednesday, 25th March | Inaugural lecture |
Thursday, 26th March | Senate meeting |
April 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Friday, 3rd April | Good Friday |
Monday, 6th April | Easter Monday |
Tuesday, 14th April | PG Board meeting |
Tuesday, 21st April | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 22nd April | Deans Committee meeting |
Monday, 27th April | First semester exams begin |
Wednesday, 29th April | Inaugural lecture |
Thursday, 30th April | Senate meeting |
May 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Friday, 1st May | Workers’ Day |
Tuesday, 5th May | PG Board meeting |
Tuesday, 12th May | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 13th May | Deans Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 20th May | Inaugural lecture |
Thursday, 21st May | Senate meeting |
Saturday, 30th May | End of first semester exams |
Sunday, 31st May | First semester break begins |
Second Semester Academic Calendar 2025/2026
June 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Monday, 8th June | SIWES begins |
Tuesday, 9th June | PG Board meeting |
Friday, 12th June | Democracy Day |
Saturday, 13th June | End of first semester break |
Sunday, 14th June | Students resume |
Monday, 15th June | Registration & lectures begin |
Tuesday, 16th June | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 17th June | Deans Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 24th June | Inaugural lecture |
Thursday, 25th June | Senate meeting |
Saturday, 27th June | End of registration |
July 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Monday, 13th July | End of marking & result processing |
Tuesday, 14th July | PG Board meeting |
Tuesday, 21st July | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
August 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Tuesday, 11th August | PG Board meeting |
17th – 22nd August | Continuous assessment |
Tuesday, 18th August | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 19th August | Dean's Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 26th August | Eid al-Maulud |
Thursday, 27th August | Senate meeting |
September 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Wednesday, 8th September | PG Board meeting |
Saturday, 12th September | End of lectures |
Monday, 14th September | Exams begin |
Tuesday, 15th September | Academic Planning Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 16th September | Deans Committee meeting |
Wednesday, 23rd September | Inaugural lecture |
Thursday, 24th September | Senate meeting |
October 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Thursday, 1st October | Independence Day |
Saturday, 10th October | End of second semester exams |
Monday, 12th October | Second semester break begins |
November 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Sunday, 30th November | Completion of SIWES |
December 2026
Date | Activity |
|---|---|
Friday, 4th December | End of year break begins |
Thursday, 24th December | Christmas Eve |
Friday, 25th December | Christmas Day |
Saturday, 26th December | Boxing Day |
Thursday, 31st December | New Year’s Eve |
Important Notes for Students
Make sure you complete your registration and pay your school fees before the deadline to avoid late fees
Keep checking your academic calendar regularly for updates
Plan for exams, breaks, and SIWES periods
Secure your hostel space early if you need accommodation
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has NSUK released the academic calendar for 2025/2026?
A: Yes, the university has released the full academic calendar outlining all activities for the session.
Q: When will lectures start at NSUK?
A: Lectures are expected to begin in February 2026 after registration is completed.
Q: When is the NSUK resumption date for 2025/2026?
A: Academic activities begin in January 2026 with registration, while full lectures start in February.
Q: What is the general JAMB cut off mark for NSUK in 2025/2026?
A: The general minimum cut off mark is 170. However, several competitive courses have higher requirements.
Q: When will first semester exams start?
A: First semester exams are scheduled to begin around April 2026.
Q: Does the calendar include public holidays?
A: Yes, holidays like Christmas, New Year, Easter, and national holidays are included.
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