The University of Ilesa (UNILESA) has released the approved University Calendar for the 2026/2027 academic session, First Semester. Fresh students resume on November 9, 2026, while returning students resume on November 30, 2026.
Matriculation is set for December 11, 2026, and First Semester examinations run from March 8 to April 2, 2027, depending on level. The Second Semester calendar has not yet been released, this page will be updated the moment UNILESA publishes it.
Key Highlights
- Fresh students resume: November 9, 2026
- Returning students resume: November 30, 2026
- First Semester lectures begin: November 23, 2026 (fresh) / December 14, 2026 (returning)
- Matriculation: December 11, 2026
- Christmas/New Year break: December 22, 2026 – January 3, 2027
- First Semester exams: March 8–26, 2027 (fresh) / March 15–April 2, 2027 (returning)
- Second Semester calendar: Not yet released as of this update
- Source: Official UNILESA University Calendar notice, First Semester 2026/2027
About University of Ilesa (UNILESA)
University of Ilesa (UNILESA) is a state-owned university in Ilesa, Osun State, licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The university runs programmes across eleven faculties, including Medical Sciences, Nursing, Computing, Law, Education, Arts, Sciences, Agriculture, and Social and Management Sciences.
UNILESA is under the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), so scheduled dates on this calendar can shift if a strike is called. Check back here for updates if that happens.
UNILESA First Semester Academic Calendar 2026/2027
UNILESA management has officially released the University Calendar for the First Semester of the 2026/2027 academic session. The full schedule below covers SIWES, teaching practice, resumption, registration, lectures, tests, breaks and examinations for both fresh and returning students.
Always confirm the latest calendar on the official UNILESA channels before making travel or resumption plans. Dates are subject to change by management, and this page is updated whenever a revision is announced.
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| September 21 – December 11, 2026 | SIWES for 300L & 400L |
| September 21 – October 30, 2026 | Teaching Practice Exercise for 300L & 400L |
| October 29, 2026 | Business Committee of Senate |
| November 4, 2026 | Senate |
| November 9, 2026 | Fresh students in all faculties resume on campus |
| November 9 – 13, 2026 | Screening for fresh students |
| November 16 – 20, 2026 | Orientation Programme for Fresh Students |
| November 17, 2026 | Committee of Deans |
| November 19, 2026 | Distinguished Public Lecture |
| November 23, 2026 | Commencement of Online Registration for Fresh Students |
| November 23, 2026 | Business Committee of Senate |
| November 23, 2026 | First Semester Lectures begin for Fresh Students |
| November 30, 2026 | Returning students in all faculties resume on campus |
| November 30 – December 13, 2026 | Online Registration for Returning Students |
| December 6, 2026 | End of Normal Registration for Fresh Students |
| December 7 – 13, 2026 | Late Registration (with penalty) for Fresh Students |
| December 8, 2026 | Senate |
| December 11, 2026 | Matriculation |
| December 14 – 18, 2026 | Faculty Board |
| December 14 – 20, 2026 | Late Registration (with penalty) for Returning Students |
| December 14, 2026 | First Semester Lectures begin for Returning Students |
| December 22, 2026 – January 3, 2027 | Christmas and New Year Break |
| January 4 – 15, 2027 | Mid-Semester Test for Fresh Students |
| January 11 – 22, 2027 | Mid-Semester Test for Returning Students |
| January 31, 2027 | Closure of Registration Amendments on E-Portal |
| February 26, 2027 | First Semester Lectures end for Fresh Students |
| March 1 – 5, 2027 | Revision/Lecture-Free Week for Fresh Students |
| March 1 – 5, 2027 | Faculty Board |
| March 3, 2027 | Inaugural Lecture |
| March 5, 2027 | First Semester Lectures end for Returning Students |
| March 8, 2027 | First Semester Examinations commence for Fresh Students |
| March 8 – 12, 2027 | Revision/Lecture-Free Week for Returning Students |
| March 15, 2027 | First Semester Examinations commence for Returning Students |
| March 26, 2027 | First Semester Examinations end for Fresh Students |
| March 27 – April 18, 2027 | First Semester Break for Fresh Students |
| April 2, 2027 | First Semester Examinations end for Returning Students |
| April 2 – 23, 2027 | Marking and Submission of Results |
| April 3 – 18, 2027 | First Semester Break for Returning Students |
Second Semester Calendar — Not Yet Released
UNILESA has so far only published the First Semester portion of the 2026/2027 University Calendar. Second Semester dates (resumption, registration, exams and the session’s end date) had not been announced as of this update. CampusNinja will add the Second Semester schedule to this page as soon as it is officially released, bookmark this page or check back periodically rather than relying on unofficial forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions — UNILESA Academic Calendar
When does UNILESA resume for the 2026/2027 academic session?
Fresh students resume on November 9, 2026, and returning students resume on November 30, 2026, according to the approved First Semester calendar.
When do UNILESA First Semester lectures begin?
Lectures begin on November 23, 2026 for fresh students and December 14, 2026 for returning students.
When is UNILESA matriculation for 2026/2027?
Matriculation for the 2026/2027 academic session is scheduled for December 11, 2026.
When are UNILESA First Semester examinations?
First Semester exams run from March 8–26, 2027 for fresh students and March 15–April 2, 2027 for returning students.
Has UNILESA released the Second Semester calendar?
Not yet. Only the First Semester calendar for 2026/2027 has been published so far. This page will be updated once the Second Semester dates are officially released.
When is the Christmas and New Year break at UNILESA?
The break runs from December 22, 2026, to January 3, 2027, after which First Semester lectures continue.
Is the UNILESA academic calendar affected by ASUU strikes?
UNILESA is under ASUU, so any national strike action can push back the dates on this calendar. Always confirm current dates with the school before making firm plans.
How can I check the official UNILESA academic calendar?
The calendar is published through official UNILESA channels and the school noticeboard. Students should confirm any date on this page against the latest official release before relying on it for travel or registration decisions.
Final Thoughts
UNILESA’s First Semester for the 2026/2027 session runs from resumption on November 9, 2026 through First Semester exams ending April 2, 2027, with the Second Semester calendar still pending official release. If you’re preparing for admission before the new session, check the Post-UTME forms hub for active screening windows, and see JAMB cut-off marks for 2026 if you’re still deciding on eligibility. If you spot a discrepancy between the dates here and the official UNILESA notice, let us know in the comments — we update this page as soon as changes are confirmed.
Source: First Semester dates in this calendar are sourced from the official UNILESA University Calendar notice for the 2026/2027 academic session. This page will be updated as soon as the Second Semester calendar or any revision is announced.
⚠️ Disclaimer: Academic calendar dates are subject to change by university management, including in response to ASUU industrial action. Always verify the latest dates through official UNILESA channels before making resumption, travel or registration plans. CampusNinja is not affiliated with the University of Ilesa and cannot be held responsible for changes made after our last update date.