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Academic Calendar

Semester dates, assessment periods and breaks in one place, so you know exactly what your year at IBTE looks like before it starts.

3 Intakes per Year

September, January and July. Join whenever suits you. Rolling admissions apply.

Local + Global Exams

IBTE assessments plus global exams set by our qualification partners (Pearson, NCC Education).

Breaks Between Terms

Winter, summer and autumn breaks give you time to rest and prepare for the next semester.

Personal Calendar

Your centre-specific calendar syncs to the MY-IBTE portal once you enrol.

Semester dates

Select a semester, then filter by event type. Dates shown are for the 2026–27 academic year.

First Semester 2026/2027

First Day of Classes

10 Oct. 2026

Last Day of Classes

25 Dec. 2026

Assessment Period

26 Dec. 2026

08 Jan. 2027

Winter Break

09 Jan. 2027

05 Feb. 2027

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Important dates, schedules, and milestones at your fingertips.
Never Miss a Deadline: Registration, exams, and more.
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NOTICE!

Please note that the academic year mentioned below represents the year 2026-2027.
If you are enrolling in the year 2024 or beyond, kindly adjust by adding one year.
The academic year may be subject to changes, and we will provide advance notification to our students.
The academic year listed does not include public holidays, which vary by campus location.
It is advisable to refer to your student portal for your specific academic calendar, as each IBTE center may have slight variations.

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