April 2nd - 12th, 2026

University of Calabar
38th Convocation

Celebrating academic excellence, resilience, and the bright futures of our outstanding graduands. Knowledge for Service.

Successfully Concluded

A Historic Celebration

Thank you to all our outstanding graduands, parents, esteemed guests, and faculty for making the 38th Convocation Ceremonies truly unforgettable.

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Programme of Activities

A look back at the week-long celebration of academic excellence.

Thursday, 2nd April

Press Conference

Tuesday, 7th April

Inter-Denominational Service

COMPLETED
Wednesday, 8th April

Meeting of Convocation

COMPLETED
Thursday, 9th April

Convocation Lecture

COMPLETED

Lecturer: Maj. Gen. Garba Ayodeji Wahab

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Command Performance

COMPLETED
Friday, 10th April

Award of First Degrees & Masters

COMPLETED
Saturday, 11th April

Award of PG & Honorary Degrees

COMPLETED
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Sunday, 12th April

Thanksgiving Service

Graduand Information

Essential details regarding academic gowns, financial requirements, and convocation protocol.

Important Penalty Notice

Gowns must be obtained from Faculty Officers upon presentation of payment evidence. Gowns not returned by Monday, 13th April, 2026 will attract a fine of ₦1,000.00 per day. Defaulters will face strict sanctions.

Gown Purchase

Ph.D Gowns ₦105,000
Masters Gowns ₦100,000

Hiring & Fees

Hiring (Masters/PGD) ₦25,000
Scroll ₦7,000
Ph.D Dinner ₦20,000

Endowment Fund

Ph.D Graduands ₦9,000
Masters ₦5,000

Protocol & Procession

The Convocation Procession will adhere strictly to the Keffi Protocol. Graduands must robe and join the procession in their respective Faculties.

Strict Rule: Unrobed graduands will be denied entry. Photographers are strictly prohibited during the procession. All photography occurs post-convocation.

Invitations & Alumni

  • Every Ph.D/Masters graduand receives one invitation card (admitting one guest) from their Faculty Officer.

  • Graduands are required to complete alumni registration forms via their Faculty Officers and pay the membership fee.

Senate Approved Database

Official Graduation List