DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY (DELSU) RELEASES POSTGRADUATE ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION
Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has released its postgraduate academic calendar for the 2026/2027 academic session, outlining key dates for resumption, registration, lectures, examinations and semester breaks.
The information was contained in the university’s official bulletin dated Friday, October 23, 2026, published by the Public Relations Unit of the Directorate of Ceremonials, Information and Public Relations, Vice-Chancellor’s Office.
The calendar provides postgraduate students with a guide to the academic activities scheduled for the first and second semesters.
DELSU Postgraduate Academic Calendar for First Semester, 2026/2027
According to the released calendar, the following activities have been scheduled for the first semester:
| Date | Academic Activity |
|---|---|
| November 22, 2026 | Resumption of fresh and returning students |
| November 23, 2026 | Registration begins for all students |
| January 11, 2027 | Lectures begin for all students |
| March 15, 2027 | Orientation for fresh students |
| March 19, 2027 | Registration ends |
| March 22, 2027 | Late registration begins, with a penalty fee |
| April 9, 2027 | Late registration ends |
| April 23, 2027 | First-semester lectures end |
| May 10, 2027 | First-semester examinations begin |
| May 28, 2027 | First-semester examinations end; semester break follows |
Postgraduate students are advised to take note of the registration period and complete all necessary registration procedures before the deadline to avoid additional charges.
DELSU Postgraduate Academic Calendar for Second Semester, 2026/2027
The university has also released the schedule for the second semester, including the commencement of lectures, sale of admission forms for the next academic session and semester examinations.
| Date | Academic Activity |
|---|---|
| June 6, 2027 | All students return to campus |
| June 7, 2027 | Second-semester lectures begin |
| June 8, 2027 | Sale of admission application forms for the 2027/2028 academic session begins |
| September 17, 2027 | Second-semester lectures end |
| September 20, 2027 | Second-semester examinations begin |
| September 30, 2027 | Second-semester examinations end |
| October 4, 2027 | Second-semester break begins |
| November 21, 2027 | First semester of the 2027/2028 academic session begins |
The dates are intended to help postgraduate students plan their academic activities and make the necessary arrangements ahead of each semester.
Important Information for DELSU Postgraduate Students
All postgraduate students of Delta State University are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the approved academic calendar and prepare accordingly.
Students should pay particular attention to the following:
- Resumption: Fresh and returning postgraduate students are expected to resume on November 22, 2026.
- Registration: Registration is scheduled to begin on November 23, 2026, and end on March 19, 2027.
- Late registration: Late registration begins on March 22, 2027, and attracts a penalty fee. It ends on April 9, 2027.
- Lectures and examinations: Students should prepare for lectures beginning in January and first-semester examinations commencing in May 2027.
- Next admission exercise: The sale of postgraduate admission application forms for the 2027/2028 academic session is scheduled to begin on June 8, 2027.
Students should also monitor official university announcements for any amendments or additional instructions relating to the academic calendar.
Where to Get Further Information
For further clarification, postgraduate students are advised to visit the official Delta State University website or follow the university’s verified communication channels.
Conclusion
The release of the DELSU postgraduate academic calendar for the 2026/2027 academic session gives fresh and returning students an overview of the academic activities planned for both semesters.
Students are advised to keep the dates handy, complete registration within the stipulated period and prepare adequately for lectures and examinations.
Important editorial note: The supplied calendar lists the first-semester resumption date as November 22, 2026, but the first-semester lectures do not begin until January 11, 2027. Students should consult the official bulletin to confirm the schedule and any additional activities during this period.
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