Kogi State University, Kabba (KSUK), has released its academic calendar for the 2026/2027 academic session, outlining the schedule for resumption, registration, lectures, continuous assessment, examinations, marking and result processing for both the First and Second Semesters.

The academic calendar was approved by the University Senate at its 16th Regular Meeting held on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

According to the approved calendar, the 2026/2027 academic session will be conducted across two semesters, with separate resumption and registration periods for newly admitted and returning students.

New students are scheduled to resume, register and participate in orientation from Monday, October 5 to Friday, October 16, 2026, while returning students are expected to resume, register and undergo orientation from Monday, October 12 to Friday, October 16, 2026.

Lectures for the First Semester will commence on Monday, October 19, 2026, and run through December before the Christmas and New Year break. Academic activities will resume in January 2027, leading to the First Semester examinations scheduled to take place from February 22 to March 5, 2027.

The Second Semester will commence in March 2027, with lectures, continuous assessment and Students’ Week activities taking place before the semester examinations scheduled for July 12 to July 23, 2027.

Students are advised to study the academic calendar carefully and take note of the dates applicable to their respective academic activities.

KSUK 2026/2027 FIRST SEMESTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The First Semester of the 2026/2027 academic session will begin with the resumption and registration of newly admitted and returning students.

Resumption, Registration and Orientation for New Students

October 5–16, 2026

Newly admitted students are expected to resume during this period for registration and orientation.

Fresh students should ensure that they have all the necessary admission and registration documents available before arriving at the university.

The orientation programme is expected to help newly admitted students become familiar with the university’s academic environment, rules and other important aspects of university life.

Resumption, Registration and Orientation for Returning Students

October 12–16, 2026

Returning students are scheduled to resume, register and participate in orientation activities during this period.

Students are advised to complete their registration within the stipulated period to ensure that they are properly registered for the new academic session.

First Semester Lectures: Teaching Weeks 1–9

October 19–December 18, 2026

Lectures for the First Semester are scheduled to begin on Monday, October 19, 2026.

The first phase of teaching will cover Teaching Weeks 1 to 9 and will run until Friday, December 18, 2026.

Students are expected to attend lectures regularly and participate in other academic activities scheduled by their departments.

Christmas and New Year Break

December 21, 2026–January 1, 2027

The university has scheduled a Christmas and New Year break from Monday, December 21, 2026, to Friday, January 1, 2027.

Students are expected to resume academic activities after the break according to the approved calendar.

First Semester Lectures Continue

January 4–February 12, 2027

First-semester lectures will resume on Monday, January 4, 2027, and continue until Friday, February 12, 2027.

This period covers Teaching Weeks 10 to 15.

Students should use this period to complete their lectures and prepare for the continuous assessment and examination period.

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT FOR FIRST SEMESTER

Continuous assessment activities are scheduled at different points during the semester.

The calendar lists the following periods:

• December 7–11, 2026: Continuous Assessment.
• February 15–19, 2027: Continuous Assessment for the later assessment period.

Students should consult their respective departments and course lecturers for the specific CA timetable applicable to their courses.

FIRST SEMESTER REVISION

February 15–19, 2027

The university has scheduled a revision period from Monday, February 15 to Friday, February 19, 2027.

Students are expected to use this period to revise their courses and prepare adequately for the First Semester examinations.

FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS

February 22–March 5, 2027

The First Semester examinations are scheduled to begin on Monday, February 22, 2027, and end on Friday, March 5, 2027.

Students should ensure that they have completed all necessary academic requirements before the examinations and should follow the official examination timetable released by the university.

MARKING AND RESULT PROCESSING

Following the First Semester examinations, the university has scheduled periods for marking and processing of results.

• March 8–19, 2027: Marking.
• March 22–26, 2027: Result processing.

These activities will take place after the completion of the First Semester examinations.

KSUK 2026/2027 SECOND SEMESTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The Second Semester will begin in March 2027 and will include lectures, continuous assessment, Students’ Week, revision and examinations.

SECOND SEMESTER RESUMPTION AND REGISTRATION

March 22–26, 2027

Students are scheduled to resume and complete registration for the Second Semester during this period.

Students should ensure that they complete all necessary registration procedures before the relevant deadlines.

SECOND SEMESTER LECTURES: TEACHING WEEKS 1–8

March 22–May 14, 2027

Second-semester lectures are scheduled to begin on Monday, March 22, 2027.

The first phase of lectures will run through Friday, May 14, 2027, covering Teaching Weeks 1 to 8.

Students are expected to attend their lectures and participate in all academic activities during the period.

SECOND SEMESTER CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

The approved calendar provides the following dates for Second Semester continuous assessment:

• May 10–14, 2027: Continuous Assessment.
• June 28–July 2, 2027: Continuous Assessment.

Students should confirm the specific courses and assessment arrangements with their respective departments.

STUDENTS’ WEEK

May 17–21, 2027

The university has scheduled Students’ Week from Monday, May 17 to Friday, May 21, 2027.

According to the calendar, there will be no lectures during Students’ Week.

Students are advised to take note of the arrangement and participate in approved Students’ Week activities.

SECOND SEMESTER LECTURES CONTINUE

May 24–July 2, 2027

Following Students’ Week, lectures will continue from Monday, May 24, 2027, to Friday, July 2, 2027.

This period covers Teaching Weeks 9 to 15.

Students are expected to complete their remaining academic activities before the commencement of the revision period.

SECOND SEMESTER REVISION

July 5–9, 2027

The Second Semester revision period is scheduled for Monday, July 5 to Friday, July 9, 2027.

Students should use the period to revise their courses and prepare for the forthcoming examinations.

SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS

July 12–23, 2027

The Second Semester examinations will commence on Monday, July 12, 2027, and end on Friday, July 23, 2027.

Students should take note of the examination period and ensure that they comply with all examination rules and regulations.

MARKING AND EXTERNAL MODERATION

After the Second Semester examinations, the university has scheduled activities relating to marking and external examination and moderation of results.

• July 26–August 6, 2027: Marking.
• August 8–12, 2027: External Examination and Moderation of Results.

The external examination and moderation period will follow the completion of the marking process.

KSUK 2026/2027 ACADEMIC CALENDAR AT A GLANCE

For easy reference, the major academic activities are summarised below:

Academic Activity	Date
New Students’ Resumption, Registration & Orientation	October 5–16, 2026
Returning Students’ Resumption, Registration & Orientation	October 12–16, 2026
First Semester Lectures	October 19–December 18, 2026
Christmas/New Year Break	December 21, 2026–January 1, 2027
First Semester Lectures Continue	January 4–February 12, 2027
First Semester Revision	February 15–19, 2027
First Semester Examinations	February 22–March 5, 2027
First Semester Marking	March 8–19, 2027
First Semester Result Processing	March 22–26, 2027
Second Semester Resumption/Registration	March 22–26, 2027
Second Semester Lectures	March 22–May 14, 2027
Students’ Week	May 17–21, 2027
Second Semester Lectures Continue	May 24–July 2, 2027
Second Semester Revision	July 5–9, 2027
Second Semester Examinations	July 12–23, 2027
Second Semester Marking	July 26–August 6, 2027
External Examination & Moderation	August 8–12, 2027

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Kogi State University, Kabba has stated that all national public holidays will be observed during the 2026/2027 academic session.

Students and staff should therefore take note of officially declared public holidays and comply with any additional instructions issued by the university concerning academic activities during such periods.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR KSUK STUDENTS

With the release of the 2026/2027 academic calendar, students are advised to plan their academic activities around the approved schedule.

Newly admitted students should pay particular attention to the October 5–16, 2026 resumption, registration and orientation period.

Returning students should note that their resumption, registration and orientation period begins on October 12, 2026.

All students should also take note of the examination periods and ensure that they complete their academic requirements ahead of the examinations.

Students should regularly check their departmental communication channels for detailed lecture schedules, continuous assessment arrangements and examination timetables.

CONCLUSION

Kogi State University, Kabba (KSUK) has released its approved academic calendar for the 2026/2027 academic session following its approval by the University Senate at the 16th Regular Meeting held on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

The First Semester will begin with the resumption, registration and orientation of new students from October 5 to 16, 2026, followed by the resumption and registration of returning students from October 12 to 16, 2026.

First-semester lectures are scheduled to commence on October 19, 2026, while the First Semester examinations will take place from February 22 to March 5, 2027.

The Second Semester will begin in March 2027, with lectures, continuous assessment and Students’ Week activities leading to the Second Semester examinations scheduled for July 12 to 23, 2027.

The calendar was signed by Dr. J.U. Amodu, Registrar and Secretary to Council, Kogi State University, Kabba.

All students are advised to study the calendar carefully, plan ahead and stay informed through official university announcements for any subsequent updates or adjustments.