Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has announced its academic schedule for the upcoming semester, confirming that admissions for the Autumn 2026 semester will begin on July 1, 2026, while examinations for the Spring 2026 semester will commence on September 1, 2026.
According to the university’s latest notification, admit cards and roll number slips for Spring 2026 examinations will be uploaded by August 15, 2026, allowing students sufficient time to prepare for the examination process.
The university has also advised recently enrolled students to submit applications for their next semester before the commencement of current semester examinations. The move reflects an overlapping admission and examination schedule aimed at ensuring continuity in academic activities.
AIOU urged students facing issues related to admissions, roll number slips, examination schedules, or semester progression to seek assistance from their nearest regional campus.
Autumn 2026 Admissions Schedule
The university stated that admissions for both Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Face-to-Face (F2F) programs will remain open from July 1 to September 5, 2026.
Academic Calendar for ODL Programs
Under the Open and Distance Learning system, the academic activities will follow the schedule below:
| Activity | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Admissions | July 1, 2026 | September 5, 2026 |
| Mailing of Study Material | September 1, 2026 | November 15, 2026 |
| Study Period | November 16, 2026 | February 28, 2027 |
| Examinations | March 1, 2027 | April 30, 2027 |
| Result Declaration | June 30, 2027 | — |
Academic Calendar for Face-to-Face Programs
For students enrolled in face-to-face programs, the university has announced the following schedule:
| Activity | From | To |
| Admissions | July 1, 2026 | September 5, 2026 |
| Test and Interviews | September 6, 2026 | September 30, 2026 |
| Study Period | October 1, 2026 | January 30, 2027 |
| Examinations | February 1, 2027 | February 28, 2027 |
| Result Declaration | March 15, 2027 | — |
University officials said the updated academic calendar is designed to streamline admissions, coursework, examinations, and result processing while ensuring students can plan their studies effectively.
Students are encouraged to monitor official university announcements and complete admission formalities within the prescribed timeline to avoid any delays in enrollment.
