The University Senate of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has formally ratified the Revised Academic Calendar for the second semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Session. This schedule outlines the statutory dates for student resumption, the lecture window, and the terminal examination period.
Students across all campuses (Abraka and Oleh) are advised to align their travel and study plans with these official dates to ensure a seamless academic experience.
PHASE 1: RESUMPTION AND COMMENCEMENT
The transition from the first-semester break into the second half of the session is scheduled as follows:
- 1st Semester Holiday: Friday, 3rd April – Friday, 17th April, 2026.
- Official Resumption (On-Campus): Sunday, 19th April, 2026.
- Commencement of Lectures: Monday, 20th April, 2026.
- Senate Consideration (1st Semester Results): Wednesday, 29th April, 2026.
PHASE 2: ACADEMIC DELIVERY AND REVISION
The core teaching period for the second semester spans approximately 13 weeks, followed by a dedicated window for intensive revision.
- Lecture Conclusion: Friday, 17th July, 2026.
- Revision Week: Monday, 20th July – Friday, 24th July, 2026.
Note: This period is strictly for self-study and consultation; no new academic material should be introduced by lecturers.
PHASE 3: EXAMINATIONS AND SESSIONAL CLOSURE
The second-semester examinations, which determine promotion to the next level or final graduation, are scheduled over a three-week duration:
- Examination Commencement: Monday, 27th July, 2026.
- Examination Conclusion: Friday, 14th August, 2026.
- Senate Consideration (2nd Semester Results): Wednesday, 23rd September, 2026.
PHASE 4: EXTENDED BREAK AND NEW SESSION TRANSITION
Following the completion of the sessional exams, the university will observe an extended break before the start of the next academic year.
- Second-Semester (Sessional) Break: Friday, 14th August – Friday, 6th November, 2026 (12 Weeks).
- Commencement of 2026/2027 Session (1st Semester): Monday, 9th November, 2026.
SUMMARY TABLE OF KEY DEADLINES
| Academic Activity | Scheduled Date |
| Resumption Date | Sunday, 19th April, 2026 |
| Lectures End | Friday, 17th July, 2026 |
| 2nd Semester Exams Start | Monday, 27th July, 2026 |
| Sessional Break Starts | Friday, 14th August, 2026 |
| New Session (2026/2027) Kick-off | Monday, 9th November, 2026 |
CONCLUSION: ADHERENCE TO UNIVERSITY REGULATIONS
The DELSU Management emphasizes that the April 19th resumption is mandatory. Students are encouraged to settle all outstanding faculty and departmental dues early in the semester to avoid complications during the July/August examination window.