Yobe State University (YSU) has officially released its academic timetable for the 2025/2026 academic session, outlining when students should expect registration, lectures, examinations, and result processing activities to take place.

The calendar applies to both fresh and returning students and provides a clear roadmap for academic activities across the first and second semesters. However, the institution noted that the resumption date for the 2026/2027 session has not yet been fixed.

First Semester Academic Activities

Student Registration Period

Registration for both newly admitted and returning students will commence in January 2026.

• Registration opens: Monday, 19 January 2026
  
• Registration closes: Saturday, 31 January 2026
  

Students are expected to complete all registration requirements within this two-week window.

Late Registration Window

For students unable to register within the normal period, a short grace period has been provided.

• Late registration begins: 2 February 2026
  
• Late registration ends: 7 February 2026
  

Students should note that late registration may attract penalties.

Approval of Lecture Timetable

The university’s Examination and Timetable Technical Committee (ETTC) will meet to approve the lecture timetable.

• ETTC meeting date: 4 February 2026
  

This approval clears the way for lectures to proceed smoothly.

Lecture Period for First Semester

Academic lectures for the first semester will run for 14 weeks.

• Lectures begin: 2 February 2026
  
• Lectures end: 9 May 2026
  

Students are expected to attend lectures regularly throughout this period.

Course Add-and-Drop Exercise

YSU has provided a window for students to adjust their course registrations.

• Add/drop starts: 9 February 2026
  
• Add/drop ends: 21 February 2026
  

This period allows students to correct registration errors or change courses where permitted.

Matriculation Ceremony

The matriculation ceremony for newly admitted students has been scheduled as follows:

• Matriculation date: 19 February 2026
  

This event formally welcomes new students into the university community.

First Semester Examinations

Examinations for the first semester will span four weeks.

• Exams begin: 11 May 2026
  
• Exams end: 6 June 2026
  

Students are advised to prepare adequately and adhere to examination regulations.

Inter-Semester Break

A short break will follow the conclusion of first semester examinations.

• Break period: 8 June – 13 June 2026
  

Second Semester Academic Activities

Timetable Approval for Second Semester

Before lectures resume, the ETTC will reconvene to approve the second semester timetable.

• ETTC meeting: 10 June 2026

Second Semester Lectures

Lectures for the second semester will last 12 weeks.

• Lectures commence: 15 June 2026
  
• Lectures conclude: 5 September 2026

Second Semester Examinations

Second semester examinations are scheduled for a four-week period.

• Exams start: 7 September 2026
  
• Exams end: 3 October 2026

Marking and Result Processing

After examinations, scripts will be marked over a three-week period.

• Marking period: 5 October – 24 October 2026
  

This will be followed by external moderation and official consideration of results at various levels within the university.

• Moderation and result approval: 26 October – 28 November 2026

Important Advice for Students

Students of Yobe State University are encouraged to:

• Complete registration early
  
• Attend lectures consistently
  
• Keep track of examination dates
  
• Monitor official university announcements
  

Adhering strictly to the academic calendar will help ensure a smooth and successful academic year.

Final Note

The release of the 2025/2026 academic calendar provides YSU students with a clear academic roadmap. Students are encouraged to plan their studies carefully and remain attentive to any updates issued by the university management.