The Academic Board of the Polytechnic, during its Regular Meeting held on Wednesday, 14th January, 2026, conducted an extensive deliberation regarding the upcoming 2026 Convocation Ceremony. This meeting was pivotal in assessing the institution's readiness and ensuring that the ceremony meets the high standards expected by students, parents, and the academic community.
Reason for the Change in Schedule
The Academic Board reviewed the original date of Wednesday, 4th February, 2026, which had been previously approved in the Academic Calendar. Upon closer inspection of the recently revised Institutional programmes, the Board observed that maintaining the February date would not allow for the depth of preparation required for a successful event of this magnitude.
To guarantee that all logistical, administrative, and ceremonial aspects are perfectly aligned, it became necessary to adjust the timeline. The goal of this postponement is to provide an environment that truly celebrates the achievements of the graduands without the constraints of a rushed schedule.
New Approved Convocation Date
Consequently, the Academic Board has officially approved a new date for the event:
New Date: Wednesday, 15th April, 2026
This new schedule provides a significant window for the university to refine its planning and for graduands to complete any outstanding clearances.
Directive to Committees and Stakeholders
In light of this development, all Organs, Units, and Committees involved in the planning and execution of the Convocation Ceremony are hereby directed to commence and intensify their preparations. This includes, but is not limited to:
The Ceremonies Committee: For the coordination of the academic procession and venue setup.
The Registry and Bursary Units: For final verification of graduand lists and processing of convocation materials.
The Information and Public Relations Unit: For the dissemination of updated invitations and event programmes to the general public and stakeholders.
Administrative Compliance and Next Steps
All stakeholders, including staff, graduating students, and the general public, are requested to take note of this change and adjust their calendars accordingly. The institution regrets any inconvenience caused by this rescheduling but remains committed to hosting a prestigious and memorable ceremony for the Class of 2026.
Graduands should continue to monitor official communication channels for updates regarding the collection of academic regalia, the schedule for the convocation lecture, and other pre-event activities.