Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has extended the deadline for Autumn 2026 admissions.
The revised deadline is October 6, 2026. Students applying during the extended period will have to pay a late fee.
The extension applies to several academic programmes offered by the university. These include Matric, FA, Associate Degree, B.Ed, PGD, and certificate programmes.
The same deadline also applies to continuing students. However, the applicable late fee will be charged during the extended admission period.
AIOU has announced the revised date through its official Autumn 2026 admission schedule. The schedule includes programmes offered through different study modes.
These programmes include Open Distance Learning (ODL) and selected face-to-face programmes. Students can choose programmes based on their qualifications and eligibility requirements.
The extended deadline provides additional time for eligible candidates to complete their admission applications. Students who could not apply earlier can use the additional period.
The university is offering programmes from different levels during the Autumn 2026 semester. These range from Matric and Intermediate education to undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
Several BS programmes are also included in the admission schedule. Students can also apply for various B.Ed, Associate Degree, PGD, and certificate programmes.
Applicants must check the requirements of their selected programme before submitting an application. Eligibility criteria can differ depending on the programme.
Students can submit their applications through the university’s online admission system. The online facility is available for fresh admissions.
AIOU has also provided manual admission options for applicable programmes. Designated sale points are available for students using this method.
Applicants submitting forms after the original deadline must pay the required late fee. The additional charge applies during the extended admission period.
The final date under the revised schedule is October 6, 2026. Students should complete the process before the deadline to avoid missing the admission opportunity.
The extension covers both fresh applicants and continuing students for the listed programmes. However, applicants should confirm the specific requirements for their chosen programme.
AIOU offers flexible study options through its distance learning system. This allows students to pursue education while managing other responsibilities.
The Autumn 2026 admission schedule provides opportunities across multiple education levels. Students can select programmes according to their previous qualifications.
Candidates should ensure that their information is accurate before submitting their forms. They should also complete any required fee payments within the specified period.
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With the extended deadline, AIOU has given eligible students more time to apply. The revised schedule allows applications until October 6 with the applicable late fee.
