UNICAL to Shut 2025/2026 Registration Portal Feb 1 as Exams Begin Feb 16
The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has announced a final deadline for student registration for the 2025/2026 academic session, warning that no further extensions will be granted and that defaulting students risk being barred from examinations.
In an official memo released by the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), the university confirmed that the online registration portal will close at exactly 12:00 midnight on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The announcement follows repeated appeals from the Students’ Union Government (SUG) and other stakeholders, which prompted management to approve a last extension.
“This is a firm deadline. The portal will not remain open after the stated time,” the memo emphasized.
What You Need to Know at a Glance
- Portal closes: Sunday, February 1, 2026 (12:00 midnight)
- Extension approved by: Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Ekaette Enang
- Most examinations begin: Monday, February 16, 2026
- 100 Level & GSS exams: Dates to be announced
- Late registration: May prevent students from sitting for exams
Registration Portal Closure
UNICAL management stated clearly that the registration portal will be shut permanently once the clock strikes midnight on February 1, 2026. Students who fail to complete their course registration before this deadline will not have access to the system afterward.
Examination Timetable Update
According to the university:
- General examinations for most levels are scheduled to commence on Monday, February 16, 2026.
- 100 Level and General Studies (GSS) examination dates are yet to be announced, and students are advised to stay alert for further official updates.
Important Warning to Students
UNICAL has issued a strong warning that failure to complete registration before the deadline may automatically disqualify affected students from sitting for the forthcoming examinations. The memo makes it clear that this consequence will be enforced without exception.
Students who are yet to register are therefore advised to:
- Log in immediately
- Complete course registration
- Confirm submission before the portal closes
University authorities describe the extension as a “final window”, stressing that no grace period should be expected after Sunday midnight.
Official Source
- Issuing Office: Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of Calabar
- Signed by: Prof. Ekaette Enang, DVC (Academic)
- Memo Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
Why This Matters
With examinations barely two weeks away, this announcement serves as a last call for thousands of students. Missing the registration deadline could mean losing an entire academic session.
UNICAL students are strongly advised to act fast.
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