The Latest AIOU Jobs in Pakistan June 2026 Apply Online advertisement has been announced by Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad. Applications are invited from highly qualified, experienced, and research-oriented professionals for multiple Professor and Associate Professor positions on a regular/contract basis in various faculties of the university. Opportunities are available in Computer Science, Languages & Translation Studies, Distance Non-Formal & Continuing Education, Special Education, Secondary Teacher Education, Shariah, and Quran & Tafseer disciplines. Candidates meeting the Higher Education Commission (HEC) criteria and AIOU recruitment requirements are encouraged to apply online through the official AIOU Job Portal before 22 June 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for academicians seeking senior faculty positions at one of Pakistan’s leading public sector universities.
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) |
| Job Type | Regular / Contract |
| Location | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Total Vacancies | 08 |
| Scale | BPS-20 & BPS-21 |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy Submission |
| Eligibility Criteria | As Per HEC Criteria |
| Processing Fee | Rs. 5,000 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 June 2026 |
| Official Job Portal | careers.aiou.edu.pk |
| Contact Number | 051-9571178, 051-9571146 |
Professor, Computer Science (BPS-21)
Faculty of Sciences
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- Candidates must fulfill HEC eligibility criteria for Professor (BPS-21).
- Selection and scrutiny shall be conducted according to AIOU Recruitment & Promotion Rules 2022 and AIOU Services Statutes 1978 (as amended).
Professor, Languages & Translation Studies (BPS-21)
Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- Must meet HEC criteria for appointment as Professor.
- Academic credentials, publications, and experience will be evaluated according to university rules.
Professor, Distance Non-Formal & Continuing Education (BPS-21)
Faculty of Education
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- Qualification and experience as prescribed by HEC.
- Expertise in distance education, non-formal education, and continuing education will be assessed.
Professor, Special Education (BPS-21)
Faculty of Education
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- Must satisfy HEC requirements for Professor.
- Relevant teaching, research, and supervisory experience required.
Associate Professor, Special Education (BPS-20)
Faculty of Education
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- Must fulfill HEC criteria for Associate Professor.
- Relevant academic qualifications, research publications, and professional experience required.
Associate Professor, Secondary Teacher Education (BPS-20)
Faculty of Education
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- HEC-prescribed qualification and experience.
- Relevant teaching and research background in teacher education.
Professor, Shariah (BPS-21)
Faculty of Arabic & Islamic Studies
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- Must meet HEC criteria for Professor.
- Strong academic and research background in Shariah studies.
Professor, Quran & Tafseer (BPS-21)
Faculty of Arabic & Islamic Studies
Number of Posts: 01
Eligibility
- Qualification and experience according to HEC standards.
- Relevant research and teaching experience in Quran & Tafseer.
General Eligibility Criteria
- Eligibility shall be determined according to HEC criteria.
- Shortlisting and scrutiny will be carried out under:
- AIOU Services Statutes 1978 (as amended).
- AIOU Recruitment & Promotion Rules 2022.
- Internal Assessment Framework approved by the University’s Apex Body.
- Detailed eligibility criteria are available on the AIOU website.
Age Relaxation
- Upper age limit relaxation will be granted according to the Relaxation of Upper Age Limit Rules, 1993 (as amended from time to time).
- Age relaxation provisions are applicable under AIOU Services Statutes 1978.
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How to Apply
Step 1: Online Application
- Apply online through the AIOU Job Portal:
careers.aiou.edu.pk
Step 2: Submit Hard Copies and Soft Copy
Candidates applying for Professor and Associate Professor positions must submit:
- Online application form.
- Four (04) complete sets of dossiers in binding form.
- One (01) soft copy (CD) in PDF format.
- Attested copies of all academic documents.
- Research articles and publications.
- Documentary evidence of conference papers.
- Details of M.Phil and Ph.D students supervised.
- Details of research grants and projects.
- Community Development / Social Responsibility activities.
- Original paid bank challan.
Step 3: Submission
- Hard copies and soft copy must reach the Registrar’s Office on or before the closing date.
- Submission of dossier in hard form is mandatory after online application submission.
- Applications submitted only in hard form without online application will not be entertained.
Application Processing Fee
| Scale | Fee |
| BPS-20 | Rs. 5,000 |
| BPS-21 | Rs. 5,000 |
- Download the challan form from the AIOU Job Portal.
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility & Scrutiny
- Eligibility shall be determined strictly according to HEC criteria and AIOU recruitment policies.
- Information provided in the online application form shall be treated as final.
Government Employees
- Candidates working in Government, Semi-Government, Autonomous Bodies, or AIOU must apply through the proper channel.
- NOC from the competent authority is mandatory.
- Service certificates issued by the controlling authority must be submitted before the due date.
Important Instructions
- Applications without online submission will not be entertained.
- Submission of hard-copy dossier is compulsory after online application.
- Any information claimed later that was not included in the online application shall be considered an afterthought and will not be accepted.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.
University Rights
- AIOU reserves the right to:
- Increase or decrease the number of posts.
- Not fill any advertised position.
- Withhold appointments against any post.
- Modify the recruitment process without assigning any reason.
TA/DA
- No TA/DA shall be admissible for tests, interviews, or any stage of recruitment.
Contact Information
Registrar
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU)
Islamabad, Pakistan
Contact Numbers: 051-9571178, 051-9571146
Registrar: Raja Umer Younis, TI (M)
Last Date to Apply
22 June 2026