Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has two main cycles of examinations every year, Spring & Autumn. As of November 2026, the majority of the exams for Spring 2026 have been completed or are in their final stages while the Autumn 2026 semester has begun its term of study, with exams planned for early 2027. As AIOU issues separate date sheets per program level & mode of study (Open Distance Learning (ODL) Face-to-Face ), the students are advised to check the exact status of their specific program level and mode of study below.
AIOU Date Sheet 2026 Important Examination Dates
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has two academic cycles for conducting exams in 2026, and the final exams for the Autumn 2026 semester are now planned to be held in early 2027. The courses are delivered in ODL Programs (Matric/FA/I.).Com, BA/B.Com, BS, B.Ed, PGD). The study period runs from November 16, 2026, to February 28, 2027. Final exams will be held from 1 March 2027 to 30 April 2027 and results will be available around 30 June 2027.
AIOU Date Sheet & Examination Quick Reference (2026–2027)
| Category / Detail | Key Information & Dates | Status / Notes |
| Spring 2026 ODL Exams (Matric, FA, AD, BS, B.Ed) | Sept 1 – Oct 30, 2026 | Conducted (Date sheet issued Aug 17, 2026) |
| Spring 2026 ODL Result | December 30, 2026 | Proposed (Official Academic Calendar) |
| Autumn 2026 F2F Mid-Terms (MS/M.Phil & PhD) | November 26, 2026 | Scheduled |
| Autumn 2026 F2F Final Exams (General / MS / PhD) | Feb 1 – Feb 28, 2027 | Scheduled (MS/PhD: Feb 10–22, 2027) |
| Autumn 2026 ODL Exams (All Distance Programs) | March 1 – April 30, 2027 | Date Sheet Pending (Expected Feb 2027) |
| Autumn 2026 ODL Result | June 30, 2027 | Proposed (Official Academic Calendar) |
| Official Website | aiou.edu.pk | Main portal for news and notifications |
| Date Sheet Portal | aiou.edu.pk/date-sheet | Direct download for program-wise PDF date sheets |
Current Status of AIOU Date Sheet 2026
- AIOU Provided & Conducted Date Sheets (2026): AIOU has published and conducted date sheets for Spring 2026 in August 2026 released for Open/Certificate Courses, SSC (Matric), HSSC (FA/I). Final exams for most ODL programs were September 1, 2026 October 2026 with some Phase-2/ADP programs continuing into November/December 2026.
- Autumn 2026 Date Sheets (Not Yet Released): The detailed course-by-course date sheets for Autumn 2026 ODL programs have not yet been officially announced. The Academic Calendar of AIOU states that the ODL studying period for Autumn 2026 will be from 16th November 2026 to 28th February 2027, while final examinations will be held from 1st March 2027 to 30th April 2027.
Standard AIOU Exam Timings
AIOU conducts written examinations in two shifts according to the level of program and centered arrangements:
- Morning Shift: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Evening Shift: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Please make sure that your paper shift and reporting time are always confirmed on your roll number slip as there may be changes in time for Friday and/or specific practical exams.
- Please note: This is a standard time for most SSC, HSSC and ODL undergraduate papers.
How to Check and Download the AIOU Date Sheet
Each student can download and check the official date sheets (PDF) without logging in to the University website:
- Check the official website of Allama Iqbal Open University at aiou.edu.pk.
- On the home page, select Examinations or Student Services and then Date Sheet.
- Locate your semester (Spring 2026 or Autumn 2026) and click on your specific program (e.g., Matric/HSSC, Associate Degree, B.Ed, BS, or MS/M.Phil/Ph.D).
Important Instructions for AIOU Examinees
- Download Your Roll Number Slip through CMS: Only Course Codes & Dates will be mentioned in the date sheet. Log in in AIOU Enrollment (CMS) Portal and download your Roll Number Slip to know your examination centre and Roll number.
- For Examination Day: A printed copy of the Roll Number Slip and an original CNIC or B-Form (for Matric/Intermediate students) will be required. There is no acceptance for digital copies of the exam on mobile phones at the exam centres.
Please note that papers are sometimes postponed for certain areas (e.g KPK / Balochistan) as a result of local holidays or administrative issues, Revised Notifications will be available on the website. Before appearing for the exam verify the official announcements banner.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Has the AIOU Autumn 2026 date sheet been released?
No. As of November 2026, the Autumn 2026 semester is in its study period. The Autum 2026 ODL examinations will be in March – April 2027, and date sheets will be issued in February 2027.
Where can I find my AIOU exam center?
Your Examination center is not mentioned in the General Date sheet. It is mentioned on your individual Roll Number Slip which you have downloaded from your AIOU CMS portal after being issued prior to the exams.
Are AIOU exams conducted online or physically?
