University of Ibadan Academic Calendar 2026/2027: Full Schedule for New & Returning Students
Last Updated on 2 months ago by Haruna Ayuba
The University of Ibadan (UI) has officially released the Academic Calendar for the 2026/2027 session for both new and returning undergraduate and postgraduate students. Key dates include online registration starting January 19, 2026, physical resumption on March 2, 2026 for new students, March 5, 2026 for returning students, and the Matriculation Ceremony on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Quick Summary
- Institution: University of Ibadan (UI)
- Online Registration (New Students): Starts Monday, January 19, 2026
- Virtual Orientation: Monday, January 19 – Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Physical Resumption (New Students): Monday, March 2, 2026
- Physical Resumption (Returning Students): Thursday, March 5, 2026
- Matriculation Ceremony: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
- First Semester Exams: Begin Monday, May 25, 2026
- Second Semester: Starts Monday, July 13, 2026
- Next Academic Session (2026/2027): Monday, January 18, 2027
First Semester Schedule (2026/2027 Session)
Registration & Orientation
| Activity | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Registration (New Students) | Monday, January 19, 2026 |
| Virtual Orientation for New Students | Monday, January 19 – Tuesday, January 20, 2026 |
| 5 Weeks for Virtual Lectures | Wednesday, January 21 – Friday, February 27, 2026 |
| Physical Resumption for New Students | Monday, March 2, 2026 |
| Physical Orientation for New Students | Tuesday, March 3 – Wednesday, March 4, 2026 |
| Physical Resumption for Returning Students / Online Registration | Thursday, March 5, 2026 |
| Matriculation Ceremony (Physical) | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 |
Teaching & Examinations
| Activity | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| 11 Weeks for Teaching/Revision and Continuous Assessment | Monday, March 9 – Friday, May 22, 2026 |
| GES Examinations | Monday, May 25 – Friday, May 29, 2026 |
| Examinations (Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Technology, Law, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Basic Medical Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Design & Management, Basic Clinical Sciences, Nursing) | Monday, June 1 – Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| Examinations (Arts, Science, Social Sciences, Economics & Management Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Computing) | Monday, June 15 – Friday, June 26, 2026 |
End of First Semester
Second Semester Schedule (2026/2027 Session)
Teaching & Assessment
| Activity | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| 11 Weeks for Teaching/Revision and Continuous Assessment | Monday, July 13, 2026 – Friday, October 9, 2026 |
| Processing of First Semester Examination Results | Monday, August 3 – Friday, August 14, 2026 |
| Meetings of Faculty Boards of Examiners (First Semester Non-Final Year Results) | Monday, August 17 – Friday, August 28, 2026 |
| Senate Meeting (Consideration of First Semester Non-Final Year Results) | Tuesday, September 15 – Wednesday, September 16, 2026 |
Second Semester Examinations
| Activity | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| GES Examinations | Monday, October 12 – Friday, October 16, 2026 |
| Examinations (Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Technology, Law, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Basic Medical Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Design & Management, Basic Clinical Sciences, Nursing) | Monday, October 19 – Friday, October 30, 2026 |
| Examinations (Arts, Science, Social Sciences, Economics & Management Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Computing) | Monday, November 2 – Friday, November 13, 2026 |
Results Processing & Senate Meetings
| Activity | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Processing of Results | Monday, November 16 – Friday, November 27, 2026 |
| Meetings of Faculty Boards of Examiners (Final and Non-Final Year Results) | Monday, November 30 – Friday, December 11, 2026 |
| Senate Meetings (Consideration of Final and Non-Final Year Results) | Monday, December 28 – Wednesday, December 30, 2026 |
Commencement of 2026/2027 Academic Session
Students arrive for Commencement of 2026/2027 Academic Session on Monday, January 18, 2027
Note: Postgraduate students to resume along with the undergraduate students.
Important Information for UI Students
For New Students (Freshers)
- Complete Online Registration: Starting January 19, 2026
- Attend Virtual Orientation: January 19-20, 2026 (Mandatory)
- Participate in Virtual Lectures: 5 weeks (January 21 – February 27, 2026)
- Report Physically to UI Campus: Monday, March 2, 2026
- Attend Physical Orientation: March 3-4, 2026
- Prepare for Matriculation Ceremony: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
For Returning Students (Staylites)
- Online Registration Opens: Thursday, March 5, 2026
- Physical Resumption on Campus: Thursday, March 5, 2026
- Complete Course Registration Early: Avoid last-minute rush and late registration penalties
- Resume Classes: Monday, March 9, 2026
For All UI Students
- Plan your academic year using this official calendar
- Mark examination periods in your planner (GES and Faculty exams)
- Note result processing and Senate meeting dates for result release
- Prepare adequately for the 2026/2027 session starting January 18, 2027
- Postgraduate students follow the same calendar as undergraduate students
UI Faculties Covered in This Calendar
The University of Ibadan academic calendar covers all faculties including:
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Faculty of Technology
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Dentistry
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Public Health
- Faculty of Environmental Design and Management
- Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Economics & Management Sciences
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
- Faculty of Computing (Computing and Informatics)
Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens (New Students) | January 19, 2026 |
| Physical Resumption (New Students) | March 2, 2026 |
| Physical Resumption (Returning Students) | March 5, 2026 |
| Matriculation Ceremony | March 11, 2026 |
| First Semester GES Exams | May 25-29, 2026 |
| Second Semester Begins | July 13, 2026 |
| Second Semester GES Exams | October 12-16, 2026 |
| Final Senate Meeting | December 28-30, 2026 |
| 2026/2027 Session Begins | January 18, 2027 |
Contact Information
For further inquiries regarding the University of Ibadan Academic Calendar, contact:
G.O. Saliu, fspsp, FNIM, FCIML, MANUPA, MAUA
Registrar and Secretary to Senate
University of Ibadan
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