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Key Academic Dates
| Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| Semester 1 Registration | Sep 1, 2025 – Sep 12, 2025 | Mon–Fri |
| Orientation | Sep 14, 2025 – Sep 16, 2025 | Sun–Tue |
| Semester 1 Begins | Sep 21, 2025 | Sun |
| Semester 1 Midterm Exams | Nov 9, 2025 – Nov 21, 2025 | Sun–Fri |
| Semester 1 Final Exams | Jan 4, 2026 – Jan 22, 2026 | Sun–Thu |
| Mid-Year Break | Jan 25, 2026 – Feb 7, 2026 | Sun–Sat |
| Semester 1 Ends | Jan 25, 2026 | Sun |
| Second Semester | ||
| Semester 2 Registration | Feb 1, 2026 – Feb 9, 2026 | Sun–Mon |
| Semester 2 Begins | Feb 14, 2026 | Sat |
| Semester 2 Midterm Exams | Apr 5, 2026 – Apr 17, 2026 | Sun–Fri |
| Semester 2 Final Exams | May 31, 2026 – Jun 18, 2026 | Sun–Thu |
| Graduation Ceremony | Jul 6, 2026 – Jul 7, 2026 | Mon–Tue |
January
- Mid-Year BreakSun, Jan 25 – Sat, Feb 7
- Semester 1 EndsSun, Jan 25
- Semester 1 Final ExamsSun, Jan 4 – Thu, Jan 22
February
- Semester 2 BeginsSat, Feb 14
- Semester 2 RegistrationSun, Feb 1 – Mon, Feb 9
April
- Semester 2 Midterm ExamsSun, Apr 5 – Fri, Apr 17
May
- Semester 2 Final ExamsSun, May 31 – Thu, Jun 18
July
- Graduation CeremonyMon, Jul 6 – Tue, Jul 7
September
- OrientationSun, Sep 14 – Tue, Sep 16
- Semester 1 RegistrationMon, Sep 1 – Fri, Sep 12
- Semester 1 BeginsSun, Sep 21
November
- Semester 1 Midterm ExamsSun, Nov 9 – Fri, Nov 21
Al-Azhar University (Al-Azhar) — Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Al-Azhar University (Al-Azhar) — Academic Calendar 2025/2026Al-Azhar University in Cairo has 12 key academic dates for the 2025/2026 academic year. Browse the full schedule below.
Some dates may differ slightly from the official academic calendar. Please verify important dates with the university.
- When does the 2025/2026 academic year start at Al-Azhar University?
- The 2025/2026 academic year at Al-Azhar University starts on Sep 14, 2025 (Orientation).
- When are final exams at Al-Azhar University?
- Final exam periods at Al-Azhar University for the 2025/2026 academic year: May 31, 2026 – Jun 18, 2026; Jan 4, 2026 – Jan 22, 2026.
- When are midterm exams at Al-Azhar University?
- Midterm exam periods at Al-Azhar University for the 2025/2026 academic year: Apr 5, 2026 – Apr 17, 2026; Nov 9, 2025 – Nov 21, 2025.
- When is graduation at Al-Azhar University?
- Graduation at Al-Azhar University is scheduled for Jul 6, 2026 – Jul 7, 2026.
- How many key academic dates does Al-Azhar University have in 2025/2026?
- Al-Azhar University has 12 key academic dates for the 2025/2026 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
- When is enrollment at Al-Azhar University?
- Enrollment deadlines at Al-Azhar University for the 2025/2026 academic year: Sep 1, 2025 – Sep 12, 2025; Feb 1, 2026 – Feb 9, 2026.
- How is the academic year structured at Al-Azhar University?
- The academic year at Al-Azhar University is typically split into two semesters. Each semester begins with enrollment, followed by classes, midterm exams, final exams, and concludes with graduation. See the date list above for the specific 2025/2026 schedule.
- Where can I find the official Al-Azhar University academic calendar?
- Al-Azhar University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar — typically on the university's website or the student academic portal.
Public Holidays Affecting the Academic Calendar
- Jan 7, 2026— Christmas Day
- Jan 25, 2026— Revolution Day 2011
- Jan 25, 2026— National Police Day
- Jan 25, 2026— Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day
- Mar 21, 2026— End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)
- Apr 13, 2026— Sham El Nessim
- Apr 25, 2026— Sinai Liberation Day
- May 1, 2026— Labour Day
- May 27, 2026— Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)
- Jun 16, 2026— Islamic New Year
and 2 more holidays
