The Federal University of Technology, Ilaro (FUTI), formerly the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, has approved its academic calendar for the 2026/2027 session. The first semester begins on Sunday, 1 November 2026, with registration for fresh and returning students running from 2 November to 4 December 2026. Below is the complete breakdown of lectures, breaks and examination dates across all three semesters.
Key Highlights
- Session: 2026/2027
- First semester begins: Sunday, 1 November 2026
- Registration (fresh & returning): 2 November – 4 December 2026 (5 weeks)
- First-semester lectures: 7 December 2026 – 20 March 2027
- Second semester begins: Sunday, 25 April 2027 (lectures start Monday, 26 April)
- Second-semester exams end: Saturday, 28 August 2027
- Third semester: 5 September – 9 October 2027
- Approved by: Academic Board, 406th Regular Meeting, held Wednesday, 9 September 2026
- Source: MySchoolGist, dated 14 September 2026
About FUTI
Federal University of Technology, Ilaro (FUTI) is located in Ilaro, Ogun State, and was established as the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro in 1979. The institution recently transitioned from a polytechnic to a full-fledged federal university of technology, and its digital identity update (including its academic calendar page) is still being rolled out on the official website. FUTI is accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and runs programmes across schools including Engineering, Environmental Studies, Management Studies, Pure and Applied Sciences, Communication and Information Technology, Agricultural Technology, and Art, Design and Printing.
FUTI Academic Calendar 2026/2027
The Academic Board approved the 2026/2027 calendar at its 406th Regular Meeting on Wednesday, 9 September 2026. As of this writing, the official FUTI/Federal Poly Ilaro website still displays the 2025/2026 calendar — the updated 2026/2027 page had not yet been published there. The dates below are drawn from a verified academic-news report and should be cross-checked against the official portal once it updates.
First Semester 2026/2027
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| First semester begins | Sunday, 1 November 2026 |
| Registration for fresh and returning students | Monday, 2 November – Friday, 4 December 2026 |
| Lectures | Monday, 7 December 2026 – Saturday, 20 March 2027 |
| Christmas/New Year break | 2 weeks (exact dates not yet detailed in the release) |
| Lecture-free week and examinations | 1 lecture-free week followed by a 3-week examination period, falling within the lecture period above |
Exact day-by-day dates for the Christmas break, lecture-free week and examination window had not been itemised in the source report as of publication. Confirm the precise breakdown on the official FUTI portal before finalising personal plans.
Second Semester 2026/2027
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Second semester begins | Sunday, 25 April 2027 |
| Lectures begin | Monday, 26 April 2027 |
| Lectures duration | 13 weeks |
| Second-semester examinations end | Saturday, 28 August 2027 |
Third Semester 2026/2027
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Third semester | Sunday, 5 September – Saturday, 9 October 2027 |
For Reference: 2025/2026 Approved Calendar (Official Portal)
The table below is the previous session’s calendar, taken directly from the official Federal Poly Ilaro portal, and is included for context on how the institution typically structures its academic year.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| First semester begins | Sunday, 19 October 2025 |
| Registration (fresh & returning) | 20 October – 22 November 2025 |
| Christmas/New Year break | 22 December 2025 – 2 January 2026 |
| First-semester exams | 16 March – 4 April 2026 |
| Second semester begins | Sunday, 12 April 2026 |
| Convocation | Wednesday, 15 April 2026 |
| Second-semester exams | 27 July – 15 August 2026 |
| Third semester begins | Sunday, 30 August 2026 |
| Third-semester exams | 12 – 18 October 2026 |
Where to Check the Official FUTI Academic Calendar
- Visit the official portal at federalpolyilaro.edu.ng/calender/academic-calendars (the domain has not yet migrated to a dedicated FUTI web address).
- Bookmark the page — the institution updates it directly once the Academic Board’s approved calendar is formatted for publication.
- Compare any date you see elsewhere against this official page before making travel, resumption or examination plans.
- If the page still shows the 2025/2026 calendar, treat the 2026/2027 dates above as provisional pending official confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions — FUTI Academic Calendar
What is the FUTI academic calendar for 2026/2027?
FUTI’s 2026/2027 academic calendar was approved by the Academic Board on 9 September 2026. The first semester begins 1 November 2026, with registration running to 4 December 2026, and the session concludes with a third semester running from 5 September to 9 October 2027.
When does FUTI’s 2026/2027 session begin?
The first semester begins on Sunday, 1 November 2026, for both fresh and returning students.
When is registration for the 2026/2027 session?
Registration for fresh and returning students runs from 2 November to 4 December 2026, a five-week window.
What is FUTI, and how is it different from Federal Poly Ilaro?
FUTI (Federal University of Technology, Ilaro) is the new name for the institution formerly known as the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, following its redesignation as a federal university of technology. The physical campus, location in Ilaro, Ogun State, and NBTE-accredited programmes remain the reference point while the institution’s digital platforms complete their transition.
When do second-semester examinations end?
Second-semester examinations for the 2026/2027 session are scheduled to end on Saturday, 28 August 2027.
When does the third semester run?
The third semester of the 2026/2027 session runs from Sunday, 5 September to Saturday, 9 October 2027.
Is the FUTI 2026/2027 academic calendar officially confirmed?
The calendar was approved by FUTI’s Academic Board at its 406th Regular Meeting on 9 September 2026, as reported by an established Nigerian education news source. The official FUTI portal had not yet published the updated calendar page as of this writing, so students should verify the exact dates there once it updates.
How long is the Christmas/New Year break in the 2026/2027 calendar?
The break is set at two weeks, though the exact start and end dates had not been itemised in the available report at the time of writing. Check the official portal for the specific dates once published.
Final Thoughts
FUTI’s 2026/2027 academic calendar puts the first semester start at 1 November 2026, with registration closing 4 December 2026 and the academic year running through a third semester ending 9 October 2027.
If your admission is still pending, review the Federal Polytechnic Ilaro cut-off marks or check the current Post UTME forms list for open screening windows. Always confirm the latest calendar on the official FUTI/Federal Poly Ilaro portal before making resumption plans. If you spot an update or discrepancy, drop it in the comments below — we respond to every one.
Source: Academic calendar dates are sourced from MySchoolGist’s report (14 September 2026) on FUTI’s Academic Board 406th Regular Meeting held 9 September 2026. The 2025/2026 reference calendar is sourced directly from the official Federal Poly Ilaro portal. This page will be updated once FUTI publishes the full 2026/2027 calendar on its own website.
⚠️ Disclaimer: Academic calendar dates are subject to change by the institution at any time. Always verify the latest schedule on the official FUTI portal. CampusNinja is not affiliated with FUTI and cannot be held responsible for changes made after our last update date.