Atiba University Academic Calendar-Atiba University has officially unveiled its detailed academic calendar for the 2025/2026 school year, offering students, parents and staff a clear roadmap of the upcoming academic activities.
Whether you are a newly admitted fresher, a direct-entry candidate, a returning student or a final-year undergraduate preparing for project defence, this calendar provides the essential dates you need to stay organised throughout the session.
As the higher-education environment in Nigeria becomes increasingly structured, academic calendars like this play a crucial role in helping students plan their studies, travels, finances and personal schedules. Atiba University’s administrative team has put effort into designing a calendar that is both practical and predictable, enabling students to make the most of every academic moment.
This comprehensive schedule covers resumption dates, lecture periods, registration windows, exam timelines, holiday breaks, religious observances, assessment periods, faculty meetings, matriculation activities and the end-of-session break. With this guide, every student can prepare ahead and avoid last-minute pressure.
First Semester Breakdown
Resumption and Early Semester Arrangements
The first semester begins with the return of all categories of students.
29–30 September 2025 — Students Return to Campus
The session officially opens as freshers, direct-entry students and final-year students arrive on campus. Returning students also come back from the long end-of-session vacation. Accommodation arrangements, departmental briefings, and essential onboarding activities begin immediately.
01 October 2025 — Independence Day
Nigeria’s Independence Day is observed nationwide. Although students will be on campus, instructional activities are suspended in recognition of the national holiday.
01–15 October 2025 — Orientation Programme for New Students
All newly admitted students undergo a two-week orientation programme coordinated by the registrar’s office, deans, heads of departments and key administrative units. This period introduces freshers to academic policies, campus life, course expectations, facility usage and university values.
02 October 2025 – 08 January 2026 — Lecture Period (14 Weeks)
The heart of the semester begins as students attend classes across all faculties. Lectures stretch over fourteen uninterrupted weeks, giving students enough time to cover course materials before assessments.
02–16 October 2025 — Course Registration Window
Students must complete their first-semester registration within this period. Registration covers departmental courses, elective options, and verification of academic records.
06–17 October 2025 — Submission of Examination Questions
Lecturers submit their exam questions to departmental boards for vetting and approval. This ensures that assessments are standardised and ready on time.
Mid-Semester Events and Holiday Break
24–28 November 2025 — Continuous Assessment (CA) Week
Students sit for general continuous assessment tests during this period. The tests contribute significantly to final grades, making this one of the most important weeks in the semester.
20 December 2025 – 03 January 2026 — End-of-Year Break
As the year winds down, the university goes on holiday for Christmas and New Year celebrations. Students return home to rest, reflect and prepare for the final stretch of lectures and exams.
25 December 2025 — Christmas Day
Public holiday.
26 December 2025 — Boxing Day
Public holiday.
01 January 2026 — New Year’s Day
Public holiday.
05 January 2026 — Post-Holiday Resumption
Students return to campus to resume academic activities after the festive break.
Completion of Lectures, Revision & First Semester Exams
06–08 January 2026 — Final Lecture Days
Lecturers round up topics, complete outstanding lessons and prepare students for revision.
09–16 January 2026 — Revision Week
This period helps students revise thoroughly before examinations begin. Most departments allow students to consult lecturers for clarification during this week.
19 January – 06 February 2026 — First Semester Examinations
The examination season officially begins. Students are examined on all registered courses through written tests, practical sessions and oral assessments depending on their faculty.
07–21 February 2026 — First Semester Break
After exams, students take a two-week break to rest before the second semester begins.
Second Semester Breakdown
Resumption and Start-of-Semester Activities
22 February 2026 — Students’ Resume for Second Semester
Campus becomes active again as all students return to begin the second phase of the academic year.
20–21 March 2026 — Id el Fitr Holiday
The university observes the Id el Fitr celebration, giving Muslim students time to participate in religious activities.
23 February – 06 March 2026 — Course Registration Window
Students must complete their course registration within these two weeks. Departmental approval of students’ academic loads takes place during this time.
Submission of Second Semester Exam Questions
Faculty members submit their exam questions for internal review in preparation for end-of-semester assessments.
23 February – 30 May 2026 — Lecture Period (14 Weeks)
Teaching activities continue for another fourteen weeks across all departments.
Religious Observances and Academic Meetings
01–30 March 2026 — Ramadan Fasting Period
Ramadan runs throughout March. Lecturers and students adjust schedules where necessary to support those observing the fast.
31 March 2026 — Departmental Board Meeting
Departments meet to review and consider the results from the first semester.
02 April 2026 — Faculty Board Meeting
Results are escalated for faculty-level scrutiny and approval.
04 April 2026 — Good Friday
Public holiday.
06 April 2026 — Easter Monday
Public holiday.
09 April 2026 — Senate Meeting on Exam Results
The university senate convenes to approve and finalise first-semester results before they are released to students.
Mid-Semester Holidays and Observances
01 May 2026 — Workers’ Day
A national holiday is observed across the country.
28–29 May 2026 — Id el Kabir
The university observes the Id el Kabir celebrations.
Revision, Matriculation & Second Semester Exams
01–05 June 2026 — Revision Week
Students revise for second-semester examinations. Departments hold consultation sessions to help students prepare effectively.
03–04 June 2026 — Matriculation Week for Freshers
New students officially become members of the university community during the matriculation week.
04 June 2026 — Matriculation Ceremony
The formal ceremony is held, marking an important milestone for newly admitted students.
05–26 June 2026 — Second Semester Examinations
Students write their final examinations for the academic year. Depending on the faculty, exams may include written scripts, practicals, oral tests, or workshops.
12 June 2026 — Democracy Day
Nigeria’s Democracy Day is observed during the exam period.
End-of-Session Activities
27 June – 29 September 2026 — Long Vacation & End-of-Session Break
Once examinations are over, students embark on a long break. This period allows for rest, internships, skill-development trainings, professional programs, and other productive activities.
13–17 July 2026 — Final Year Project Defence
Graduating students appear before academic panels to defend their research projects. This is one of the final academic requirements before graduation.
Final Thoughts
The Atiba University academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session is designed to help students navigate the academic year with clarity and confidence. With clearly defined lecture weeks, holidays, examination periods and administrative meetings, students can plan early and stay ahead of their academic responsibilities. The structure of the calendar ensures a smooth, well-organised academic experience for everyone.