FUTB Jigawa Announces 2024/2025 Academic Calendar: Key Dates for Fresh & Returning Students

The Federal University of Technology, Babura (FUTB) in Jigawa State has unveiled its much-anticipated academic calendar for the 2024/2025 session. This well-structured calendar outlines crucial dates and activities, ensuring a smooth and productive year for both new and returning students.

Key Dates for the 2024/2025 Academic Session:

First Semester Highlights:

• Registration Period (All Students & Newcomers)
  Monday, January 27 – Sunday, February 9, 2025
  Students are advised to pay their registration fees and acceptance fees (for new students) within this two-week window.
• Late Registration (For All Students)
  Monday, February 10 – Sunday, February 16, 2025
  A one-week grace period for late registration.
• Commencement of First Semester Lectures
  Monday, February 10 – Friday, March 28, 2025
  Lectures for both fresh and returning students will begin immediately after the registration period.
• Matriculation Ceremony for New Students
  Tuesday, April 8, 2025
  Fresh students will officially be inducted into the university.
• Orientation for Fresh Students
  Wednesday, April 9 – Thursday, April 10, 2025
  New students will undergo a two-day orientation to get familiar with university life.
• Mid-Semester Break
  Monday, March 31 – Sunday, April 6, 2025
  A one-week break for all students before the second phase of the semester.
• End of First Semester Examinations
  Monday, May 12 – Saturday, May 24, 2025
  The final exams for the semester will run for two weeks.
• First Semester Break
  Monday, May 26 – Sunday, June 15, 2025
  Students enjoy a three-week break following their exams.

Second Semester Highlights:

• Second Semester Lectures Begin
  Monday, June 16 – Saturday, July 26, 2025
  Classes for the second semester will start promptly after the break.
• Mid-Semester Break
  Monday, July 28 – Sunday, August 3, 2025
  Another well-deserved one-week break for students during the semester.
• Second Semester Examination
  Monday, September 22 – Saturday, October 4, 2025
  Examinations will take place over two weeks as the semester comes to an end.
• End of Session Break
  Monday, October 6 – Sunday, November 16, 2025
  The six-week break marks the end of the academic session.
• Next Academic Session Begins
  Monday, November 17, 2025
  The university will commence the 2025/2026 academic year.

Important Notes:

• Public holidays will be observed as declared by the Federal Government, so students should plan accordingly.

FUTB’s academic calendar is designed to keep students on track with a balanced mix of study, rest, and key events. Be sure to mark these dates and stay informed throughout the academic year!

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