AIOU Faculty Jobs offer 15 academic career opportunities for qualified candidates at Allama Iqbal Open University. The university has announced Lecturer (BPS-18) and Associate Professor (BPS-20) positions in Computer Science, Sociology, English, Urdu, Psychology, Islamic Economics, Education and other disciplines.
These appointments will be made on a regular or contract basis, according to the university’s recruitment requirements.
Interested candidates must apply through the official AIOU careers portal by 30 November 2026. Associate Professor applicants must also complete the prescribed hard-copy and soft-copy dossier submission process.
AIOU Faculty Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Allama Iqbal Open University |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Lecturer Positions | 12 |
| Associate Professor Positions | 3 |
| Pay Scales | BPS-18 and BPS-20 |
| Employment Type | Regular / Contract |
| Faculties | Four |
| Application Method | Online |
| Additional Dossier Submission | Mandatory for Associate Professor applicants |
| Application Deadline | 30 November 2026 |
Application Status:
Available Faculty Vacancies
1. Faculty of Sciences
| Position | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Lecturer – Computer Science | 18 | 3 |
2. Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities
| Position | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor – Sociology | 20 | 1 |
| Associate Professor – English | 20 | 1 |
| Lecturer – Urdu | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer – Politics & International Relations | 18 | 2 |
| Lecturer – Psychology | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer – Pakistan Studies | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer – Languages and Translation Studies | 18 | 1 |
3. Faculty of Arabic & Islamic Studies
| Position | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor – Islamic Economics | 20 | 1 |
| Lecturer – Islamic Economics | 18 | 1 |
4. Faculty of Education
| Position | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Lecturer – Early Childhood Education & Care | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer – Lifelong Learning | 18 | 1 |
Total advertised vacancies: 15
Educational Qualifications and Eligibility
The university will assess candidates according to applicable Higher Education Commission (HEC) criteria and AIOU recruitment regulations.
The advertisement refers to:
- AIOU Services Statutes 1978, as amended
- AIOU Recruitment and Promotion Rules 2022, as amended up to 27 April 2026
- The university’s approved Internal Assessment Framework
- Relevant HEC eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the academic and professional requirements for their chosen discipline.
Candidates should consult the official AIOU careers portal for the detailed qualifications, experience requirements and other position-specific conditions.
Eligibility for Lecturer Positions
AIOU has advertised 12 Lecturer positions across different academic disciplines.
Applicants must meet the applicable HEC and university criteria for the relevant subject.
The advertised fields include Computer Science, Urdu, Politics and International Relations, Psychology, Pakistan Studies, Languages and Translation Studies, Islamic Economics, Early Childhood Education and Care, and Lifelong Learning.
Candidates should review the academic qualifications required for their chosen discipline before applying.
Eligibility for Associate Professor Positions
Three Associate Professor positions are available in:
- Sociology
- English
- Islamic Economics
Applicants must satisfy the relevant academic, teaching, research and professional requirements.
The university will assess qualifications and supporting evidence under its prescribed recruitment rules.
Associate Professor applicants must also submit the additional academic and research dossier described below.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The advertisement states that the maximum age limit prescribed under the relevant rules may be relaxed according to the Relaxation of Upper Age Limit Rules, 1993, as amended, and the applicable AIOU Services Statutes.
Applicants should consult the official recruitment rules and position details to determine their eligibility.
Application Processing Fee
AIOU has specified separate processing fees according to the advertised pay scale.
| Position | BPS | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | 18 | Rs. 1,500 |
| Associate Professor | 20 | Rs. 5,000 |
Applicants must download the prescribed challan form from the AIOU Jobs Portal.
Keep the original paid challan as required by the recruitment instructions.
How to Apply for AIOU Faculty Jobs
Interested candidates must apply through the official online careers portal.
Step 1: Visit the AIOU Careers Portal
Open https://careers.aiou.edu.pk/.
Step 2: Select the Relevant Vacancy
Review the available Lecturer and Associate Professor positions.
Choose the position matching your qualifications and academic discipline.
Step 3: Complete the Online Application
Enter accurate personal, educational and professional information.
The university states that information provided in the online application will be treated as final.
Subsequent claims not included in the original application may not be accepted.
Step 4: Download the Challan Form
Download the applicable fee challan from the online portal.
Step 5: Pay the Processing Fee
Deposit the fee prescribed for your position.
Step 6: Complete Any Additional Submission Requirements
Associate Professor applicants must follow the additional dossier submission instructions.
Step 7: Submit Before the Deadline
Complete the required application procedure by 30 November 2026.
Additional Requirements for Associate Professor Applicants
Candidates applying for Associate Professor positions must submit their applications online and provide additional supporting material.
The advertisement requires:
- Four sets of the academic and research dossier in binding form
- One soft copy in PDF format on CD or USB
- Attested copies of academic documents
- Research articles
- Relevant documentary testimonials
- Details of conference papers
- Information about M.Phil. and Ph.D. students supervised
- Details of research grants and projects
- Information about community development and social responsibility activities
- Original paid bank challan
The hard-copy and soft-copy materials must reach the designated university authority by the closing date.
Important: Submission of the printed dossier is mandatory after completing the online application. Hard-copy and soft-copy materials will not be accepted as a substitute for an online application.
Instructions for Government Employees
Applicants serving in government, semi-government or autonomous organizations, including AIOU employees, must apply through the proper channel.
They must submit the required No Objection Certificate (NOC) and service certificates issued by the relevant controlling authority.
Failure to provide the required documents may result in rejection of the application.
Document Verification and Shortlisting
Candidates must provide documentary evidence supporting the information entered in their online applications whenever requested.
The university will scrutinize applications under the applicable HEC criteria and recruitment rules.
Claims that cannot be supported by documents may lead to ineligibility.
Applicants should ensure that their academic qualifications, experience and research details are accurate before submitting the form.
Important Recruitment Conditions
Applicants should note the following:
- Appointments may be made on a regular or contract basis.
- Eligibility will be determined under HEC and AIOU recruitment criteria.
- Age relaxation will follow the applicable rules.
- Online applications are mandatory.
- Associate Professor applicants must submit the required bound dossiers and PDF soft copy.
- Government employees must apply through the proper channel and provide the required documents.
- Information entered in the online application will be treated as final.
- AIOU may increase or decrease the number of vacancies.
- The university may decide not to fill any advertised position.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Deadline | 30 November 2026 |
| Associate Professor Dossier Submission Deadline | 30 November 2026 |
| Test or Interview Schedule | To be announced |
Candidates should allow sufficient time for any required physical documents to reach the university.
About Allama Iqbal Open University
Allama Iqbal Open University is a public-sector university in Islamabad that provides distance and online education alongside its academic and research activities.
The university offers career opportunities in teaching, research, administration, information technology and institutional support.
For general information about employment opportunities and recruitment procedures, read our AIOU Jobs Careers Guide.
You can also explore our AIOU Jobs category for current recruitment announcements.
For additional teaching and academic opportunities, browse our University Jobs category.
Official Sources and Contact Information
Organization: Allama Iqbal Open University
Official Website: https://www.aiou.edu.pk/
Official Careers Portal: https://careers.aiou.edu.pk/
Recruitment Authority: Registrar, Allama Iqbal Open University
Contact Numbers: 051-9571178, 051-9571146
Advertisement Reference: PID(I)3887/26
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Applicants should consult the official advertisement and careers portal for complete position-specific eligibility requirements.
Final Words for AIOU Faculty Jobs
Allama Iqbal Open University has announced 15 Lecturer and Associate Professor vacancies across four faculties.
The recruitment covers Computer Science, Social Sciences, Humanities, Islamic Economics and Education.
Eligible candidates should complete their online applications and any required supporting-document submissions by 30 November 2026.
