The management of Kogi State University, Kabba (KSUK) has officially released the comprehensive academic calendar for the 2026/2027 academic session. Approved by the University Senate during its 16th Regular Meeting held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, this blueprint outlines the entire operational roadmap—covering resumption windows, registration procedures, lecture phases, continuous assessment milestones, examination schedules, and result processing protocols for both semesters.
Signed by Dr. J.U. Amodu, Registrar and Secretary to Council, the calendar provides distinct structures to onboard newly admitted freshmen and transition returning scholars smoothly into the new academic year.
All students, academic personnel, and administrative departments are strongly advised to examine the schedule meticulously and align their personal and academic preparations accordingly.
KSUK 2026/2027 Academic Calendar At A Glance
Detailed Semester-by-Semester Breakdown
FIRST SEMESTER 2026/2027
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October 5 – 16, 2026: Resumption, physical clearance, registration, and orientation program for newly admitted students. Freshers are urged to assemble all admission documents early.
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October 12 – 16, 2026: Resumption, registration, and orientation protocols for returning students.
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October 19 – December 18, 2026: Commencement of First Semester lectures covering Teaching Weeks 1 through 9.
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December 7 – 11, 2026: Initial Continuous Assessment (CA) window for the first semester.
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December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027: Official Christmas and New Year holiday break.
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January 4 – February 12, 2027: Resumption of lectures covering Teaching Weeks 10 through 15.
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February 15 – 19, 2027: Late Continuous Assessment and dedicated First Semester revision week.
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February 22 – March 5, 2027: First Semester examinations.
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March 8 – 26, 2027: Examination marking and comprehensive result processing by academic departments.
SECOND SEMESTER 2026/2027
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March 22 – 26, 2027: Second Semester resumption and course registration window.
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March 22 – May 14, 2027: Second Semester lectures kick off, running across Teaching Weeks 1 to 8.
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May 10 – 14, 2027: Mid-semester continuous assessment.
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May 17 – 21, 2027: Annual Students’ Week. (Note: Academic lectures are suspended during this week to allow full student participation in approved campus events).
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May 24 – July 2, 2027: Second phase of second-semester lectures spanning Teaching Weeks 9 through 15.
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June 28 – July 2, 2027: Final continuous assessment period.
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July 5 – 9, 2027: Second Semester revision week.
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July 12 – 23, 2027: Second Semester final examinations.
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July 26 – August 6, 2027: Examination marking phase.
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August 8 – 12, 2027: External examination review and professional moderation of results.
Public Holidays & Important Student Advisories
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Observance of National Holidays: KSUK will observe all officially declared national and state public holidays throughout the session. Students and staff should monitor specific circulars regarding any localized adjustments to academic schedules during these periods.
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For Fresh Students: Maximize the October 5–16, 2026 window to complete your registration and immerse yourself fully in the orientation events designed to ease your transition into university life.
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For Returning Students: Ensure your registration is finalized promptly following your resumption on October 12, 2026.
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Information Channels: Regularly consult your departmental notice boards, course lecturers, and official KSUK communication platforms for detailed lecture timetables and continuous assessment guidelines.
Conclusion: Kogi State University, Kabba is fully geared up for a hitch-free and intellectually enriching 2026/2027 academic session. All students are advised to study this calendar closely, plan ahead, and maintain strict adherence to all academic deadlines.
