AbdulKaduna State University (KASU) has released its official Academic Calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session, outlining key dates, semester schedules, examination periods, breaks, and academic activities that every student, parent, and staff member needs to know for effective planning.
Why the KASU Academic Calendar Matters
The Academic Calendar is one of the most important planning tools at Kaduna State University. It sets the official schedule for the entire academic year, including:
Semester start and end dates
Course registration deadlines
Lecture and Continuous Assessment (CA) periods
Mid-semester breaks
Examination schedules
Result processing and release dates
Semester and session breaks
Whether you’re a fresh student, returning undergraduate, postgraduate candidate, or staff member, understanding this calendar helps you stay on track, avoids last-minute rushes, and ensures compliance with university policies.
KASU academic calendar 2025/2026
KASU has released the 2025/2026 academic calendar with first semester starting as students resume on 5 January 2026, and second semester starting on 29 June 2026. Exams run 11 to 30 May 2026 for first semester and 19 October to 7 November 2026 for second semester.
The Directorate of Academic Planning, Kaduna State University (KASU), has released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The schedule lists key activities for first semester and second semester, so students can plan ahead and avoid last-minute rush.
Some dates are long, some are short. Still, the calendar is clear once the big points are picked out.
First semester (2025/2026)
Resumption and registration
KASU says students resume on:
- 5 January 2026: resumption of students
Screening and registration cover both fresh and returning students:
- 8 December 2025 to 23 January 2026 (3 weeks): screening and course registration
That window is wide, but students who delay usually regret it. Portals can be stubborn near deadlines.
Lectures, CA, and break
Lectures and Continuous Assessment (CA) start like this:
- 26 January to 13 March 2026 (7 weeks): lectures and CA
Then KASU has a short pause:
- 16 to 22 March 2026 (1 week): mid-semester break and add/drop (online)
After the break, lectures continue:
- 23 March to 8 May 2026 (6 weeks): continuation of lectures and CA
Exams and results
First semester exams and marking:
- 11 to 30 May 2026 (3 weeks): examinations and marking
Results work follows:
- 1 to 14 June 2026 (2 weeks): processing of results
- 15 to 19 June 2026 (1 week): Senate considers and releases results
Then a short break:
- 22 to 28 June 2026 (1 week): first semester break
And straight into the next semester:
- 29 June 2026: second semester begins
Second semester (2025/2026)
Resumption and lectures
Second semester starts on:
- 29 June 2026: resumption
Lectures and CA run for seven weeks:
- 29 June to 14 August 2026 (7 weeks): lectures and CA
Mid-semester activities
KASU lists a one-week block for several activities:
- 17 to 21 August 2026 (1 week): mock accreditation, mid-semester break, and add/drop
Then lectures continue again:
- 24 August to 9 October 2026 (6 weeks): continuation of lectures and CA
Students’ Union elections
KASU also fixed the Students’ Union election period:
- 12 to 16 October 2026 (1 week): Students’ Union elections and inauguration
Exams, results, and transfers
Second semester exams and marking:
- 19 October to 7 November 2026 (3 weeks): examinations and marking
Results processing and approval:
- 9 to 20 November 2026 (2 weeks): processing of results
- 23 to 25 November 2026 (3 days): Senate considers and releases results
Transfers come next:
- 26 November to 20 December 2026 (3 weeks): intra and inter-university transfers
Then the session ends with a break:
- 21 December 2026 to 3 January 2027 (2 weeks): end of session break
And KASU says the next session begins on:
- 4 January 2027: start of a new academic session
Quick student checklist (easy to follow)
- aim to settle before 5 January 2026
- sort screening and course registration inside 8 Dec 2025 to 23 Jan 2026
- note add/drop week: 16 to 22 March 2026 (online)
- first semester exams start 11 May 2026
- second semester starts 29 June 2026
- second semester exams start 19 October 2026
- new session begins 4 January 2027
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How KASU Academic Calendar Helps You Plan Your Year
Understanding your academic calendar is essential for:
Time-management and scheduling study periods
Avoiding late registration penalties
Preparing for continuous assessments and exams
Balancing academic, personal, and extracurricular activities
Ensuring timely result collection and graduation planning
By following the calendar dates, you can structure your semester effectively and avoid missing critical academic deadlines.
FAQs About the KASU 2025/2026 Academic Calendar
When does the first semester officially start?
The first semester begins with student resumption on 5 January 2026.
What is the duration of lectures in the first semester?
Lectures run in two major blocks:
26 January – 13 March and 23 March – 8 May 2026.
Is there a break between semesters?
Yes — the first semester break is 22 – 28 June 2026 before the second semester begins on 29 June 2026.
When are students’ union elections held?
Students’ Union elections and inaugurations occur 12 – 16 October 2026.
Conclusion
The Kaduna State University 2025/2026 Academic Calendar offers a detailed roadmap of the academic year, from screening and registration to lectures, continuous assessments, examinations, breaks, and transfer windows. By adhering to these important dates, students and staff can plan their academic and personal activities effectively — ensuring academic excellence and smooth progression through the session.
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