FUTO Releases Official Academic Calendar for 2025/2026 Session. The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session, outlining key academic and administrative activities for both the Harmattan and Rain semesters.
According to the circular from the Office of the Registrar, the new session officially begins on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, with the arrival of new students on campus. Registration for new students follows immediately on Wednesday, November 5, while returning students are expected to resume on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
Harmattan Semester (2025/2026)
- Tuesday, November 4, 2025: Arrival of new students
- Wednesday, November 5, 2025: Registration for new students begins
- Thursday, November 6, 2025: Returning students resume
- Monday, November 10, 2025 – Friday, February 27, 2026: Lectures for all students
- Thursday, December 4, 2025: Convocation Ceremony
- December 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026: Christmas and New Year Break
- Saturday, February 14, 2026: Matriculation Ceremony for new students
- March 2 – March 6, 2026: Lecture-free and revision week
- Monday, March 9 – Friday, March 27, 2026: Harmattan Semester Examinations
- March 16 – March 19, 2026: Eid-El-Fitr Holidays
- Monday, March 30, 2026: Harmattan Semester Break begins
Rain Semester (2025/2026)
- Monday, April 19, 2026: Commencement of lectures (14 weeks duration)
- Monday, April 19 – Friday, July 31, 2026: Academic activities for Rain Semester
- Monday, August 3 – Saturday, August 15, 2026: Rain Semester Examinations
- Saturday, August 22, 2026: End-of-Session Break begins
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026: Eid-El-Maulud Holiday
The university management emphasizes that this detailed academic calendar provides a structured roadmap for the 2025/2026 session, ensuring that all students and academic staff are adequately guided throughout the year.
Students are encouraged to adhere strictly to all dates and deadlines as outlined to maintain a seamless academic flow.
Source: Office of the Registrar, Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
