Kogi State Poly Resumption & Other Important Dates 2025/2026

Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has released its official resumption date and other key activities for the 2025/2026 academic session. The decision came after the Academic Board met in an emergency sitting on Monday, 4th September 2025.

According to the timetable signed off by the Director of Academic Planning, students now have a clearer path for the year ahead.

Kogi State Polytechnic Resumption Date

• Fresh and returning students (except those on SIWES) are to resume on Monday, 15th September 2025.
• SIWES students are expected back later, on Monday, 8th December 2025.

This staggered start means not everyone is rushing in at once, giving the school room to manage the calendar effectively.

Registration Period

The registration exercise starts on the very day of resumption, 15th September, and runs till 10th October 2025.

• Late registration, which attracts a fee of ₦5,000, will be open between 13th and 17th October 2025.
• Students are advised to complete theirs early to avoid stress and penalties.

Orientation and Matriculation for New Students

The Polytechnic has also lined up orientation and matriculation ceremonies for newcomers. These will take place between 27th and 29th October 2025.

This stage officially welcomes new students into the fold, giving them a taste of campus life before the heavier academic load kicks in.

Rector’s Message

The Rector, speaking on behalf of the Management and Academic Board, wished all students safe travels back to campus. A short but heartfelt reminder that beyond dates and deadlines, their well-being matters too.

So, with the calendar now fixed, bags can be packed, minds can prepare, and another academic year at Kogi State Polytechnic is ready to roll.