The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has officially released the 2025/2026 academic calendar for all undergraduate students. This schedule outlines every important academic activity from registration and lectures to examinations, industrial attachment, and the start of the next session.
This detailed guide simplifies the calendar, helping both new and returning students plan their academic work, personal activities, travel, and financial obligations effectively.
Overview of the 2025/2026 Academic Session
The UNIJOS 2025/2026 academic year runs across two structured semesters. The calendar highlights essential university activities such as:
- Registration dates for fresh and returning students
- Start and end of lectures
- Late registration window
- Matriculation ceremony
- First and second semester exam periods
- Industrial attachment and teaching practice
- Result compilation, faculty meetings, and Senate approval
- Commencement of the 2026/2027 academic session
Each date has been officially approved and is expected to guide students throughout the year.
How to Use the UNIJOS Academic Calendar Effectively
Students can maximise the calendar by:
- Preparing registration fees and documents early
- Noting lecture and revision weeks to plan reading schedules
- Avoiding travel during exam periods
- Checking industrial attachment and teaching practice timelines
- Monitoring result approval dates to know when grades will be ready
Keeping a digital or printed copy is helpful for staying organised throughout the session.
FIRST SEMESTER (2025/2026)
Key First Semester Dates
| Date | Activity |
| Mon, 17 Nov 2025 | Online registration for new students begins |
| Mon, 24 Nov 2025 | Registration for returning students begins |
| Mon, 1 Dec 2025 | Start of first semester lectures |
| Mon, 8 Dec 2025 | Late registration begins |
| Fri, 12 Dec 2025 | Registration ends |
| 22 Dec 2025 – 2 Jan 2026 | Christmas break |
| Mon, 5 Jan 2026 | Lectures continue |
| Thu, 15 Jan 2026 | Matriculation ceremony |
| Sat, 7 Mar 2026 | End of lectures & revision |
| Mon, 9 Mar 2026 | First semester exams begin |
| Sat, 28 Mar 2026 | Exams end |
Industrial Attachment, Teaching Practice & Results
| Date | Activity |
| Mon, 30 Mar 2026 | Start of industrial attachment |
| Mon, 30 Mar 2026 | Start of teaching practice |
| 30 Mar – 18 Apr 2026 | Compilation & submission of results |
| Mon, 20 Apr 2026 | Faculty meeting for results |
| Thu, 23 Apr 2026 | Senate approval |
| Fri, 8 May 2026 | End of teaching practice |
SECOND SEMESTER (2025/2026)
Main Dates
| Date | Activity |
| Mon, 20 Apr 2026 | Lectures begin |
| Sat, 11 Jul 2026 | End of lectures & revision |
| Mon, 13 Jul 2026 | Second semester exams begin |
| Sat, 1 Aug 2026 | Exams end |
Results, Staff Leave & New Session
| Date | Activity |
| 3 – 22 Aug 2026 | Result compilation & submission |
| Mon, 24 Aug 2026 | Faculty meeting |
| Thu, 27 Aug 2026 | Senate approval |
| 24 Aug – 4 Oct 2026 | Academic staff leave |
| Sat, 26 Sept 2026 | End of industrial attachment |
| Mon, 5 Oct 2026 | Start of 2026/2027 lectures |
How Students Can Plan With This Calendar
The UNIJOS calendar helps students:
- Prepare documents and payments ahead of registration
- Set study timetables early
- Avoid travelling during critical academic weeks
- Plan for teaching practice and industrial attachment
- Track when semester results will be released
By following this schedule, students can stay organised, avoid last-minute rush, and transition smoothly into the 2026/2027 academic year.
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