ATBU Releases Postgraduate Academic Calendar for 2025/2026 Session
The School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has officially released the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 postgraduate session, outlining all key academic activities and administrative schedules.
The School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has officially released the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 postgraduate session, outlining all key academic activities and administrative schedules.
First Semester Schedule:
- Registration: January 5 – January 31, 2026 (3 weeks)
- Lectures: January 12 – March 31, 2026 (11 weeks)
- First Semester Examinations: April 8 – May 6, 2026
- Inter-Semester Break: May 7 – June 22, 2026
Second Semester Schedule:
- Registration: June 22 – June 26, 2026 (5 days)
- Lectures: June 23 – September 11, 2026 (12 weeks)
- Second Semester Examinations: September 14 – October 12, 2026
- Session Vacation: Begins October 13, 2026

Key Administrative Dates:
The calendar also details periods for:
- Departmental and Faculty Committee meetings
- Postgraduate Board meetings
- Senate examination meetings
for both semesters, ensuring full compliance with institutional academic protocols.
Special Note:
The PG-ICT short training is scheduled to run throughout the entire academic session, offering students continuous skill development in information and communication technology.
Next Session: The 2026/2027 academic session is set to commence on December 30, 2026.