Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) has confirmed the official date for its 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony, marking the formal admission of newly enrolled students into the institution.

The ceremony serves as the university’s traditional rite of passage for fresh undergraduates, during which they will publicly pledge to abide by the rules and academic standards of the university.

Ceremony Schedule

• Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
  
• Time: 10:00 a.m.
  
• Venue: Convocation Square, Main Campus
  

All matriculating students are required to be seated no later than 9:30 a.m. to ensure the smooth commencement of the academic procession.

Instructions to Faculties and Administrative Units

To guarantee a successful ceremony, the university management has directed all relevant offices to begin necessary arrangements without delay.

Responsibilities of Faculties and Departments

• Student Notification: Faculty Officers must inform all newly admitted students about the ceremony date and participation requirements.
  
• Gown Distribution: Arrangements should be made for the issuance and subsequent collection of academic gowns.
  
• Matriculation Register: Departments are to prepare the official register for students’ signatures immediately after the oath-taking session.

Requirements for Fresh Students

Participation in the matriculation ceremony is limited to students who have fulfilled all admission conditions.

Eligibility

Only those who have completed both online registration and physical screening will be allowed to take part in the event.

Collection of Academic Regalia

Students are expected to obtain their gowns from their respective faculty offices upon presenting evidence of required payments.

Understanding the Oath

Freshers are encouraged to reflect on the orientation guidelines earlier provided, as the matriculation oath represents a binding commitment to discipline, integrity, and academic excellence.

Event Coordination and Logistics

The Registrar’s Office, working alongside the Student Affairs Division, will manage seating arrangements, security, and guest coordination. Members of the university community are urged to support the organizing team in maintaining order and decorum throughout the ceremony.

A Message to the New Intake

The Vice-Chancellor extends warm congratulations to all newly admitted students and anticipates formally welcoming them into the academic community on March 4, 2026. The university encourages the incoming class to approach their studies with dedication and uphold the values for which UDUS is known.