I am happy to share the Ekiti State University (EKSU) Academic Calendar, for the 2026/2027 session. The Academic schedule list all the activities for 100 Level students. These activities include registration, lectures orientation, matriculation, examinations and result processing.
According to the EKSU Academic Calendar the 2026/2027, the schedule covers both the first and second semester events. The First-semester registration starts in 5th till 16th October 2026 while late registration ends on 19th October 2026. The EKSU Academic Calendar received approval from the EKSU Senate during its Regular Meeting on 29 July 2026.
EKSU Academic Calendar 2026/2027: Latest Update
EKSU has approved the 2026/2027 calendar for 100 Level students. The semester academic activities will begin on Monday, 5 October 2026 starting with registration.
The key dates include:
- First-semester registration: 5–16 October 2026
- Late registration and lectures: 19 October 2026
- Orientation: 26–30 October 2026
- Matriculation: 17 December 2026
- First-semester examinations: 25 January–19 February 2027
- Second-semester registration and lectures: 15 March 2027
- Second-semester examinations: 21 June–16 July 2027
Students should note that it is only the Ekiti State university that has the final authority over the calendar and any subsequent official adjustment takes precedence over previous dates.
EKSU Academic Calendar 2026/2027
| Academic activity | Date |
|---|---|
| First-semester resumption and registration | 5 October 2026 |
| Regular registration | 5–16 October 2026 |
| Late registration and lectures begin | 19 October 2026 |
| Orientation programme | 26–30 October 2026 |
| Matriculation ceremony | 17 December 2026 |
| December break | 21 December 2026–1 January 2027 |
| First-semester lectures end | 15 January 2027 |
| First-semester revision | 18–22 January 2027 |
| First-semester examinations | 25 January–19 February 2027 |
| Second-semester registration and lectures | 15 March 2027 |
| Second-semester regular registration ends | 26 March 2027 |
| Second-semester late registration | 29 March–2 April 2027 |
| Second-semester lectures end | 11 June 2027 |
| Second-semester revision | 14–18 June 2027 |
| Second-semester examinations | 21 June–16 July 2027 |
The first semester comprises 2 weeks of registration, 13 weeks of lectures, 1 week of revision and 4 weeks of examinations. The second semester comprises 2 weeks of registration, 13 weeks of lectures, 1 week of revision and 3 weeks of examinations.
First Semester Academic Activities
First-semester activities begin with resumption and registration on 5 October 2026. Regular registration runs until 16 October, followed by late registration from 19–23 October 2026.
Lectures commence on 19 October 2026 and are scheduled to continue until 15 January 2027. The orientation programme for new students is scheduled for 26–30 October 2026, while the matriculation ceremony is fixed for 17 December 2026.
A December break is scheduled from 21 December 2026 to 1 January 2027. When lectures end, students will have a revision period from 18–22 January 2027.
First-semester examinations are scheduled for 25 January to 19 February 2027.
Second Semester Academic Activities
Second-semester registration and lectures are scheduled to commence on 15 March 2027.
Regular registration will close on 26 March, while late registration is scheduled for 29 March to 2 April 2027.
The EKSU Second-semester lectures will run until 11 June 2027 followed by revision from 14–18 June 2027. The second-semester examinations are scheduled to begin on 21 June and end on 16 July 2027.
The calendar therefore places the end of second-semester examinations on 16 July 2027, subject to any subsequent university-approved adjustment.
Important Dates for Students
The dates students should keep in mind include:
- 5 October 2026: First-semester registration begins.
- 16 October 2026: Regular registration ends.
- 19 October 2026: Lectures and late registration begin.
- 26–30 October 2026: Orientation programme.
- 17 December 2026: Matriculation ceremony.
- 21 December 2026–1 January 2027: December break.
- 25 January–19 February 2027: First-semester examinations.
- 15 March 2027: Second-semester registration and lectures begin.
- 21 June–16 July 2027: Second-semester examinations.
Students should use these dates for planning but should also check for official notices if EKSU subsequently modifies any activity.
Registration and Examination Information
First-semester regular registration is scheduled for 5–16 October 2026, followed by late registration from 19–23 October.
For the second semester, registration begins on 15 March 2027. Regular registration ends on 26 March, while late registration is scheduled for 29 March–2 April 2027.
The first-semester examination period is 25 January–19 February 2027, while the second-semester examination period is 21 June–16 July 2027.
The calendar also specifies dates for processing and consideration of examination results. For the first semester, departmental consideration begins on 8 March 2027, faculty consideration is scheduled for 29 March, and Senate Business Committee consideration is scheduled for 1 April 2027.
For the second semester, departmental consideration is scheduled for 2 August 2027, faculty consideration for 23 August, and Senate Business Committee consideration for 26 August 2027.
How to Check for Calendar Updates
Students should verify any changes through official EKSU communication channels before acting on information shared online.
The main sources to check are:
- EKSU official website for university announcements and notices.
- EKSU Directorate of Academic Affairs for academic and examination-related information.
- Faculty and departmental notices for instructions specific to individual programmes.
- EKSU student portal for registration and other student-specific academic information.
EKSU has the final authority on the academic schedule, students are expected to check the university’s official channels for later changes.
FAQs
When will EKSU 100 Level students resume for the 2026/2027 session?
EKSU 100 Level students will resume for the 2026/2027 session on 5 October 2026. This is the date, for first-semester resumption and registration.
When will EKSU lectures begin?
Lectures for the semester at EKSU will begin on 19 October 2026.
When is the EKSU 2026/2027 matriculation ceremony?
The matriculation ceremony for the 2026/2027 session will take place on 17 December 2026.
When will the first-semester examination start?
The first-semester examination at EKSU will start on 25 January 2027. Will end on 19 February 2027.
When will the second semester begin?
Second-semester registration and lectures at EKSU will begin on 15 March 2027.
When will the EKSU second-semester examination end?
The second-semester examination at EKSU will end on 16 July 2027.
Does this calendar apply to all EKSU students?
This calendar is specifically for 100 Level students in the 2026/2027 session. Students in levels should check whether different schedules or later notices from the university apply to them.
Can EKSU change the calendar?
Yes EKSU can change the calendar. Any adjustments will be made through announcements or university decisions. Students should always refer to the communication from EKSU if there is a difference, between this calendar and a newer notice.
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