AIOU Jobs 2026 have been announced by Allama Iqbal Open University for different Professor and Associate Professor positions. The university has invited applications for these posts on a regular or contract basis.
These vacancies are available in different faculties, including Sciences, Social Sciences & Humanities, Education, and Arabic & Islamic Studies. Candidates who meet the required HEC criteria and AIOU rules can apply through the AIOU Job Portal before the closing date.
The advertisement clearly mentions that online application is mandatory. For Professor and Associate Professor posts, candidates also need to submit hard copies and a soft copy of their documents as required by the university.
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Key Job Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Allama Iqbal Open University |
| Job Type | Regular / Contract Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 08 |
| Job Location | Not mentioned in the advertisement |
| Education Requirement | As per HEC criteria and AIOU rules |
| Salary | Not mentioned |
| Gender | Not mentioned |
| Application Method | Online through AIOU Job Portal |
Available Positions
Allama Iqbal Open University has announced teaching posts in different faculties. The details of the available posts are given below.
| Sr. No. | Faculty | Position | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faculty of Sciences | Professor, Computer Science (BPS-21) | 01 |
| 2 | Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities | Professor, Languages & Translation Studies (BPS-21) | 01 |
| 3 | Faculty of Education | Professor, Distance Non-Formal & Continuing Education (BPS-21) | 01 |
| 4 | Faculty of Education | Professor, Special Education (BPS-21) | 01 |
| 5 | Faculty of Education | Associate Professor, Special Education (BPS-20) | 01 |
| 6 | Faculty of Education | Associate Professor, Secondary Teacher Education (BPS-20) | 01 |
| 7 | Faculty of Arabic & Islamic Studies | Professor, Shariah (BPS-21) | 01 |
| 8 | Faculty of Arabic & Islamic Studies | Professor, Quran & Tafseer (BPS-21) | 01 |
Registration / Application Dates
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Not mentioned in the advertisement |
| Last Date to Apply | 22-06-2026 |
| Application Portal | AIOU Job Portal: careers.aiou.edu.pk |
| Processing Fee | Rs. 5000/- for BPS-20 and BPS-21 posts |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility of candidates will be checked according to HEC criteria. The university will also apply the relevant AIOU rules, including AIOU Service Statutes 1978 and AIOU Recruitment & Promotion Rules 2022.
Candidates must carefully read the official requirements available on the AIOU website before applying. The advertisement clearly states that the scrutiny process will be done according to the rules and internal assessment framework approved by the university.
For age limit, the advertisement says that the maximum age limit will be handled according to the Relaxation of Upper Age Limit Rules, 1993, as amended from time to time. These rules are provided in the AIOU Service Statutes 1978.
Candidates applying for Professor and Associate Professor positions must also submit required supporting documents. These include academic documents, research articles, relevant country testimonials, details of conferences, number of students supervised at M.Phil and Ph.D level, research grants or projects, community development work, social responsibility details, and the original paid bank challan.
Applicants already working on a regular, acting, officiating, ad-hoc, current charge, or contract basis in government, semi-government, or autonomous bodies must apply through the proper channel. This also applies to employees of AIOU. Such candidates must submit a proper service certificate or NOC issued by the concerned controlling authority.
Physical requirements are not mentioned in the advertisement.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official AIOU Job Portal at careers.aiou.edu.pk. The advertisement clearly says that online application is required.
For Professor and Associate Professor posts, candidates must submit the online application form along with supporting documents. They need to provide four sets in binding and one soft copy in CD in PDF format.
The hard copy dossier must include attested copies of academic documents, research articles, relevant testimonials, details of conferences, supervision details of M.Phil and Ph.D students, research grant or project details, community development and social responsibility details, and the original paid bank challan.
Candidates must download the challan form from the AIOU Job Portal and pay the processing fee. The fee for BPS-20 and BPS-21 posts is Rs. 5000/-.
The documents must reach the undersigned on or before the cutoff date. The university has also mentioned that if an online application is not submitted, hard and soft copies will not be entertained.
Candidates should enter all information carefully in the online application form. The information claimed in the online form will be treated as final. Later claims or missing claims will not be accepted.
No TA/DA will be given to candidates. The university also reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts, not fill any post, or withhold appointment against any post without assigning any reason.
For contact, the advertisement mentions phone numbers: 051-9571178 and 051-9571146.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for AIOU Jobs 2026?
The last date to submit the application is 22-06-2026.
How many vacancies are announced by AIOU?
Allama Iqbal Open University has announced 08 vacancies.
What is the application method for these jobs?
Candidates must apply online through the AIOU Job Portal at careers.aiou.edu.pk.
What is the processing fee for BPS-20 and BPS-21 posts?
The processing fee for BPS-20 and BPS-21 posts is Rs. 5000/-.
Will TA/DA be given for these jobs?
No, TA/DA will not be admissible in any case.
