When does KENPOLY resume for the 2026/2027 session?
Fresh and returning students of Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic (KENPOLY), Bori, arrive and begin registration on 2 November 2026, and first semester lectures start on 16 November 2026. The Academic Board has approved the full calendar, which runs through to the 2027/2028 session on 1 November 2027. Every date for both semesters is below.
Key Highlights
- Arrival and registration begin: 2 November 2026
- First semester lectures begin: 16 November 2026
- Matriculation: 12 March 2027
- First semester exams: 30 March – 16 April 2027
- Second semester lectures begin: 3 May 2027
- Second semester exams: 2 – 20 August 2027
KENPOLY First Semester Calendar 2026/2027
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Arrival of fresh and returning students; registration begins for all students | Monday, 2 November 2026 |
| First semester lectures begin | Monday, 16 November 2026 |
| Christmas and New Year break | 21 December 2026 – 3 January 2027 |
| Lectures resume | Monday, 4 January 2027 |
| Registration closes for all students | Friday, 26 February 2027 |
| Orientation for fresh students | Friday, 5 March 2027 |
| Matriculation ceremony | Friday, 12 March 2027 |
| First semester lectures end | Friday, 19 March 2027 |
| Revision week | 22 – 26 March 2027 |
| First semester examinations begin | Tuesday, 30 March 2027 |
| First semester examinations end | Friday, 16 April 2027 |
| First semester break begins | Monday, 19 April 2027 |
Fresh students should note that orientation and matriculation fall in March 2027. That is much later than at some polytechnics, such as Kwara State Polytechnic, where matriculation holds in January.
KENPOLY Second Semester Calendar 2026/2027
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Second semester lectures begin | Monday, 3 May 2027 |
| Deadline for lecturers to submit first semester score sheets | Friday, 7 May 2027 |
| Academic Board considers first semester results | Thursday, 10 June 2027 |
| Students’ Week | 7 – 10 July 2027 |
| Second semester lectures end | Friday, 23 July 2027 |
| Revision week | 26 – 30 July 2027 |
| Second semester examinations begin | Monday, 2 August 2027 |
| Second semester examinations end | Friday, 20 August 2027 |
| Second semester vacation begins | 20 – 23 August 2027* |
| Deadline for lecturers to submit second semester score sheets | Friday, 10 September 2027 |
| Academic Board considers second semester results | Thursday, 14 October 2027 |
| 2027/2028 academic session begins | Monday, 1 November 2027 |
| 33rd/34th Convocation Ceremony | Saturday, 27 November 2027 |
*Published copies of the calendar give different dates for the start of the second semester vacation (20 and 23 August 2027). Confirm the exact date with the polytechnic before making travel plans.
Key Deadlines for KENPOLY Students
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration opens | 2 November 2026 |
| Registration closes | 26 February 2027 |
| Matriculation ceremony | 12 March 2027 |
| End of second semester exams | 20 August 2027 |
| Start of 2027/2028 session | 1 November 2027 |
Frequently Asked Questions: KENPOLY Academic Calendar
When does KENPOLY resume for the 2026/2027 session?
Fresh and returning students arrive on Monday, 2 November 2026, and registration begins for all students on the same day. First semester lectures start two weeks later, on 16 November 2026.
When is the KENPOLY registration deadline for 2026/2027?
Registration opens on 2 November 2026 and closes on Friday, 26 February 2027, according to the approved calendar. Register early, because you need it completed before you can sit examinations.
When is KENPOLY matriculation for 2026/2027?
Matriculation is scheduled for Friday, 12 March 2027. Orientation for fresh students holds a week earlier, on Friday, 5 March 2027.
When do first semester exams start at KENPOLY?
First semester examinations begin on Tuesday, 30 March 2027, and end on Friday, 16 April 2027. Lectures end on 19 March 2027, followed by a revision week from 22 to 26 March 2027.
When is the KENPOLY Christmas break for 2026/2027?
The Christmas and New Year break runs from Monday, 21 December 2026, to Sunday, 3 January 2027. Lectures resume on Monday, 4 January 2027.
When does the KENPOLY second semester start, and when are the exams?
Second semester lectures begin on Monday, 3 May 2027 and end on Friday, 23 July 2027. Revision week runs from 26 to 30 July 2027, and examinations hold from 2 to 20 August 2027.
When is KENPOLY Students’ Week for 2026/2027?
Students’ Week holds from Wednesday, 7 July, to Saturday, 10 July 2027, during the second semester.
When does the 2027/2028 session start, and when is the next convocation?
The 2027/2028 academic session begins on Monday, 1 November 2027. The 33rd/34th Convocation Ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, 27 November 2027.
Is the KENPOLY academic calendar subject to change?
Yes. The polytechnic can adjust dates, and the start date of the second semester vacation is listed differently in published copies. Confirm through official KENPOLY channels and notice boards before making travel or payment plans.
Final Thoughts
KENPOLY’s 2026/2027 session opens on 2 November 2026 with registration, and lectures begin on 16 November 2026. Plan for first semester exams in late March and April 2027, and second semester exams in August 2027. If you are still seeking admission, check the post-UTME forms page for current screening updates, and browse the academic calendars hub to compare other schools. If you spot a date that has changed, use the report an error link below.
Source: The dates in this article come from the approved 2026/2027 academic calendar of Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, issued by Dr. Theo E. Yorpara, Director, Academic, for the Registrar, and published on 15 October 2026 by MySchoolGist and Campus News. This page will be updated if the polytechnic announces any change.
⚠️ Disclaimer: Academic calendars are subject to change by the institution at any time. Always confirm through official KENPOLY channels. CampusNinja is not affiliated with Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic.
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