The assignment submission schedule for the Spring and Autumn semesters of 2026 has been officially announced by Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU). It is mandatory that assignments are handed in on time as marks for assignments are given a high weightage and they are an integral part of any course for passing. All Higher education programs including BA/B., BFA, B. Tech, B. Sc. and M Sc. are conducted electronically. While Matric and Intermediate (FA/FSc) students submit typed or handwritten assignments to the assigned tutors.
AIOU Assignments 2026 Schedule, Submission & Guidelines
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) need all the assignments for the Autumn 2026 semester (study period: November 16, 2026, to February 28, 2027) and to be submitted online via Aaghi LMS portal. Starting in Autumn 2026, AIOU updatedۚ its submission policy so that even Associate Degree in Arts/Commerce (BA/B.Com) and Open Course students must upload their assignments online instead of sending them by post or by hand.
AIOU Assignment Submission Last Dates 2026
According to AIOU’s “Directive of Regional Services” assignment deadlines are set according to the level of the programme and semester. The following are the confirmed dates for student submission of both Spring 2026 and Autumn 2026 sessions.
AIOU Assignment Submission Master Schedule 2026
| Program Level & Course Credit | Academic Semester | Assignment No. 1 | Assignment No. 2 | Assignment No. 3 | Assignment No. 4 | Official Submission Portal / Mode |
| Matric / FA (6-Credit Hours) | Spring 2026 | June 10, 2026 | July 06, 2026 | July 31, 2026 | August 20, 2026 | By Post: Mail handwritten sheets to assigned tutor (details on cms.aiou.edu.pk) |
| Matric / FA (3-Credit Hours) | Spring 2026 | July 06, 2026 | August 20, 2026 | N/A | N/A | By Post: Send directly to tutor address retrieved from CMS portal |
| B.Ed (1.5, 2.5, 4-Yr) & ADE | Spring 2026 | June 27, 2026 | August 15, 2026 | N/A | N/A | Online LMS Portal: Upload single PDF file at lms.aiou.edu.pk |
| BS, BBA & Associate Degree (ODL) | Spring 2026 | June 30, 2026 | August 22, 2026 | N/A | N/A | Online LMS Portal: Digital upload via student account on lms.aiou.edu.pk |
| PGD, MA, M.Ed, M.Sc (ODL) | Spring 2026 | June 27, 2026 | August 15, 2026 | N/A | N/A | Online LMS Portal: Submit converted PDF document via Aagahi LMS |
| BA / B.Com (AD) (Full Credit) | Autumn 2026 | December 15, 2026 | January 08, 2027 | January 30, 2027 | February 15, 2027 | Online LMS Portal: Upload typed or scanned PDF on lms.aiou.edu.pk |
| BA / B.Com (AD) (Half Credit) | Autumn 2026 | January 08, 2027 | February 15, 2027 | N/A | N/A | Online LMS Portal: Digital submission before deadline via Aagahi LMS |
| B.Ed & Post-Graduate Diploma (PGD) | Autumn 2026 | January 01, 2027 | February 12, 2027 | N/A | N/A | Online LMS Portal: Upload PDF using SMS login credentials on LMS portal |
| BS & BBA Programmes (ODL) | Autumn 2026 | January 05, 2027 | February 15, 2027 | N/A | N/A | Online LMS Portal: Online upload via LMS dashboard (PDF format only) |
How to Submit AIOU Assignments Online via Aagahi LMS Portal
Students taking coursework in LMS courses should upload their ready-made assignment folders electronically. Here are step-by-step instructions for successfully uploading your work:
- Use the Official Portal: Open a web browser and type the Official website address into the address bar: lms.aiou.edu.
- Log In: Click on the login link of Aagahi LMS Portal and Enter Aagahi Username and Password by which Aagahi has sent on your registered mobile number through SMS.
- Log in and choose Your Course: Under My Courses, click on the subject code.
- Find the assignment submission link: Under the specific assignment submission link (e.g., Assignment No. 1 or Assignment No. 2).
- Upload Document: Add submission, upload your document in PDF format (file size limits apply), and click Save changes.
- Confirm Submission: Ensure that the submission state is changed to “Submitted for grading”.
Offline Submission Guidelines for Matric & FA Students
- In the case of programs in which manwritten submission is permitted (e.g. Matric and Intermediate):
- Answer the questions clearly and neatly on assignment papers as outlined in the course book.
- Please download your Tutor Information from AIOU CMS Portal (cms.aiou.edu.pk).
- Send each assignment to your assigned tutor registered Pakistan Post/dispatch service before the due date.
- Keep receipts from the post office until the end of the semester.
Important Rules & Guidelines for Assignment Preparation
- Formatting: LMS assignment files must be in PDF format. Make sure that text is legible; use legible scanned text when working is handwritten.
- Plagiarism: Plagiarism is not allowed, i.e., copying directly from the answer keys of solved assignments or from other students or from internet. Do not submit plagiarized work otherwise it will be rejected.
- Check your tutor details: Tutor Allocation & Queries. In case of any difference or the absence of tutor information it must be resolved with the local AIOU Regional Office before the final exams.
- Don’t do Last-Minute Uploads: Make sure to upload assignments at least three to five days in advance of the due date to prevent missed uploads because of portal server congestion on the day of the due date.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What happens if I miss the AIOU assignment deadline?
If you fail to submit your assignments by the final announced date, your assignment marks will be marked as zero, which typically leads to failing the course regardless of your final examination score.
Can I submit handwritten assignments on the AIOU LMS portal?
Yes. When you handwrite your assignment, be sure to scan the pages clearly with a scanner or a mobile scanning app, combine all the pages into one PDF and upload it into the LMS.
Where can I check my AIOU assignment marks?
