Allama Iqbal Open University Admissions Details
AIOU Admissions Open for Autumn 2025. Apply online for Matric to PhD programs. The last date is August 11, 2025.
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), established in 1974 and based in Islamabad, is Pakistan’s first and largest open and distance learning university. It offers flexible and affordable education through distance learning as well as limited face-to-face programs.
Recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), AIOU serves millions of students across the country with a wide range of programs from Matric to PhD. It is especially known for expanding educational access to remote areas, working individuals, and underprivileged communities.
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Admission Announcement Date
Allama Iqbal Open University has officially announced that admissions are open for Autumn 2025 for all programs ranging from Matric to PhD.
- Announcement Date: July 15, 2025
Last Date to Apply
- Matric, FA, BEd, Certificates, Diplomas
Last Date: August 11, 2025 - BS, MBA, MPhil/MS, PhD Programs
Last Date: August 28, 2025
Apply before the closing date to avoid late submission issues.
Eligibility Criteria for AIOU Admissions Open for Autumn 2025
Matric and Intermediate Programs
- Matric (General and Dars-e-Nizami) for Middle pass
- FA (General, Dars-e-Nizami, I.Com) for Matric pass
Associate Degree Programs
- Associate Degree in Arts or Commerce: FA/FSc or equivalent
Bachelor’s Programs (BS, BBA)
- BS (4-Year Programs): FA/FSc or equivalent
- BS (2.5-Year Programs): BA/BSc
- BS (2-Year Programs): Associate Degree or BA in relevant field
- BBA Programs
- HSSC-based: FA/FSc
- BA/BSc-based: BA/BSc pass
- AD-based: Associate Degree
BEd Programs
- 1.5-Year BEd: MA/MSc or equivalent
- 2.5-Year BEd: BA/BSc or equivalent
- 4-Year BEd: FA/FSc or equivalent
MBA, MPhil/MS, and PhD
- MBA (1.5/2 years): 16 years of education
- MPhil/MS: 16 years + entry test required
- PhD: MPhil/MS with a minimum 3.0 CGPA + entry test
How to Apply for AIOU Admissions Open for Autumn 2025
- Visit the Official Website
- Register or login to your AIOU student account
- Choose your program from the dropdown
- Fill in the online application form
- Upload scanned documents
- Generate and download the fee challan
- Submit the challan at ABL, MCB, FWBL, NBP, or pay via Easypaisa/JazzCash
Make sure to keep the submitted documents and the receipt for the record.
Programs Offered in AIOU Admissions Open for Autumn 2025
Degree Programs
- Matric (General, Dars-e-Nizami)
- FA (General, I.Com, Dars-e-Nizami)
- Associate Degrees (Arts, Commerce)
- BS (4 years, 2.5 years, 2 years) in multiple disciplines
- BBA (HSSC-based, BA/BSc-based, AD-based)
- BEd (1.5, 2.5, and 4 years)
Advanced Degree (Face-to-Face) Programs
- BS in Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Sciences, Math, Botany, etc.
- MPhil/MS in Education, Shariah, Urdu, Gender Studies, Computer Science
- PhD in Education, Interfaith Studies, Urdu, Statistics, Computer Science
Diplomas and Certificates
- Postgraduate Diplomas: HRM, ELM, Health & Safety, Supply Chain, etc.
- Certificates: Arabic Calligraphy, AutoCAD, Lughat ul Quran, ITFAA
Admission Procedure
For Matric, FA, BEd, Certificate, and Diploma Programs
- Submit the online application before August 11, 2025
- Upload documents and submit the fee through the bank or a mobile wallet
For BS, MBA, MPhil/MS, PhD Programs
- Apply online before August 28, 2025
- Appear in the Entry Test:
- Faculty of Sciences: August 25, 2025
- Faculty of Social Sciences: August 26, 2025
- Faculty of Education: August 27, 2025
The entry test schedule applies only to MPhil/MS/PhD applicants.