The Management of Osun State University (UNIOSUN), through its Directorate of Academic Affairs, has officially ratified the commencement date for the Harmattan Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 Academic Session. In a high-level circular signed by the Registrar and Secretary to the Senate, Mrs. Atinuke A. Oguntunde, the university confirmed that the examination window will open on Monday, 23rd February 2026.

This announcement is coupled with a rigorous enforcement of institutional financial policies and registration protocols. As a state-owned institution committed to academic excellence and administrative transparency, UNIOSUN has reiterated its stance on “No Fees, No Exams,” a measure designed to ensure the sustainability of the university’s academic resources.

Mandatory Financial and Registration Requirements

To maintain eligibility for the upcoming assessments, students must navigate a dual-layer verification process involving financial compliance and digital registration.

1. The 50% Tuition Threshold

The university management has reminded students of the standing policy regarding installment payments. For the Harmattan (first) semester, students are required to have paid at least 50% of their total tuition fees. This financial obligation is the primary hurdle for generating the necessary examination clearance.

2. Formal Registration Completion

Beyond the payment of fees, students must complete all “necessary registration formalities.” This includes:

• Course Registration: Selecting and confirming all modules for the semester on the university portal.

• Level Adviser Approval: Ensuring that the Departmental Level Adviser has digitally vetted and approved the course forms.

• Bio-data Update: Confirming that all personal records are accurate to prevent discrepancies on final transcripts.

Examination Entry and Verification Protocols

The 2025/2026 examination cycle will see the deployment of stricter venue-entry protocols to prevent unauthorized participation.

• Tutorial Lists (Attendance Registers): The university has indicated that “tutorial lists” will be the primary instrument for verification at the entrance of examination halls. These lists are generated directly from the university’s central database and only contain the names of students who have successfully completed their registration and met the 50% payment threshold.

• Identification: Students are advised to have their University ID Cards and printed Examination Clearance Slips ready for inspection.

Administrative Directives and Deadlines

The circular issued by Mrs. Oguntunde has been strategically disseminated to ensure no student can claim ignorance of the requirements. The notice has been sent to:

1. The Acting Dean of Student Affairs: To coordinate student-led communication and address grievances.

2. All Academic and Non-Academic Staff: To ensure invigilators and departmental officers are aligned with the enforcement of the “No Registration, No Entry” rule.

3. Physical and Digital Notice Boards: For maximum visibility across all six campuses (Osogbo, Ikire, Okuku, Ifetedo, Ipetu-Ijesa, and Ejigbo).

Strategic Advice for Students

With the examinations starting on February 23, students have a narrow window to resolve any pending administrative issues. The university management has urged students to treat this information with “absolute urgency.”

Management Warning: “Students who have yet to make necessary payment and complete their registration are therefore urged to do so without any further delay to avoid being denied access to the examination halls.”

To ensure a smooth process, students are encouraged to:

• Verify Portal Status: Log in to the UNIOSUN portal immediately to confirm that their registration status shows “Completed” and “Approved.”

• Resolve Payment Discrepancies: If a payment has been made but is not reflecting on the portal, students should visit the Bursary Department with their Remita receipts for manual reconciliation before the examination start date.

The university remains committed to providing a conducive environment for academic assessment and expects all students to play their part in maintaining the integrity of the Harmattan Semester examinations.