Rivers State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) Matriculation Ceremony Date for 2025/2026 has been Announced.


Rivers State University (RSU) has officially released details for its 44th Matriculation Ceremony, marking the formal induction of fresh students for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Date and Time
Wednesday, 28th January 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Venue
University’s Convocation Arena
The notice was signed by the Acting Registrar, Dr. Idanyingi F. Daminabo.
Collection of Academic Gowns
- Starts: Friday, 23rd January 2026
- Location: Respective Faculty Officers
- Mandatory for all registered fresh students
Requirements to collect the gown
- Evidence of payment of Acceptance Fee and other mandatory charges
- Two recent passport photographs
- Printed copy of the online admission letter
- Valid residential address and phone number
Return of Academic Gowns
All matriculating students must return their gowns on or before Friday, 30th January 2026.
Penalties for late return
- ₦5,000 per day for up to one week after the deadline
- After one week: Student portal will be deactivated
- Portal reactivation requires a non-negotiable penalty of ₦10,000
The ceremony formally admits new students into the university community. The management wishes all matriculants a pleasant and peaceful ceremony.
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