The University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) has released the main dates for the 2025/2026 academic session. These dates show when classes will start, when exams will hold, and when the session will officially end. With this calendar, students can quickly see the important weeks for both the first and second semesters.
Overview of the 2025/2026 UNIMAID Academic Calendar
According to the approved calendar:
- Academic activities for the new session start on Thursday, 15 January 2026.
- This date marks the beginning of the first semester (Week 2).
- The calendar covers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
- All dates come directly from the Registrar’s Office.
First Semester Key Dates
The first semester runs from mid-January to late May 2026. Here are the major dates:
- 15 January 2026 – First semester begins.
- 13 April 2026 – First semester exams start (Week 16).
- 8 May 2026 – First semester exams end (Week 19).
These dates help students know when lectures end and when exam periods begin.
Postgraduate First Semester Exams
For postgraduate students, these dates apply:
- 11 May 2026 – Postgraduate exams begin (Week 20).
- 22 May 2026 – Postgraduate exams end (Week 21).
PG students can plan their reading and project work around these weeks.
Second Semester Key Dates
After the first semester, the second semester begins shortly:
- 25 May 2026 – Second semester begins (Week 22).
- 24 August 2026 – Second semester exams start (Week 35).
- 24 September 2026 – Second semester exams end (Week 39).
These dates help students prepare for lectures, revision, and exams.
Postgraduate Second Semester Exams
Here are the second-semester exam dates for postgraduate students:
- 5 October 2026 – PG exams begin (Week 41).
- 12 October 2026 – PG exams end (Week 42).
This marks the final assessment period for the year.
End of the 2025/2026 Academic Session
- 23 October 2026 – The session officially ends (Week 43).
By this time, all teaching and examinations are completed.
How Students Can Use This Calendar
With these dates, students can plan their reading schedule, and project deadlines. By watching the start of each semester and the exam weeks, every UNIMAID student can stay organized from the first lecture to the final day of the session.
