Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has announced new job opportunities for qualified candidates in different academic departments. The university is inviting applications for lecturer and associate professor positions on regular or contract basis.
According to the advertisement, a total of 16 vacancies are available in Computer Science, English, Urdu, Psychology, Sociology, Islamic Economics, Education, and other subjects.
Candidates who meet the required education and experience criteria can apply online through the AIOU job portal. The last date to submit applications is November 30, 2026.
AIOU Jobs 2026 Details
- Department: Allama Iqbal Open University
- Job Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
- Job Type: Regular / Contract
- Total Vacancies: 16
- Application Method: Online
- Official Website: https://careers.aiou.edu.pk/
- Last Date to Apply: November 30, 2026
Available Vacancies and Positions
The university has announced the following teaching positions.
| Position | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Lecturer, Computer Science | 18 | 3 |
| Associate Professor, Sociology | 20 | 1 |
| Associate Professor, English | 20 | 1 |
| Lecturer, Urdu | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer, Politics and International Relations | 18 | 2 |
| Lecturer, Psychology | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer, Pakistan Studies | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer, Languages and Translation Studies | 18 | 1 |
| Associate Professor, Islamic Economics | 20 | 1 |
| Lecturer, Islamic Economics | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer, Early Childhood Education and Care | 18 | 1 |
| Lecturer, Lifelong Learning | 18 | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the Higher Education Commission (HEC) criteria and AIOU rules for their selected positions. The required qualifications and experience depend on the academic post.
Candidates applying for associate professor positions must also submit the required research and academic documents, including research articles, conference papers, and details of research work, as mentioned in the advertisement.
Applicants should check the complete eligibility criteria on the official university website before applying.
How to Apply for AIOU Jobs 2026
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit https://careers.aiou.edu.pk/.
- Find the relevant teaching position.
- Complete the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents and submit the application.
- Pay the processing fee through the prescribed bank challan.
The advertised processing fee is Rs. 1,500 for BPS-18 positions and Rs. 5,000 for BPS-20 positions. Applicants for associate professor positions must also submit the required hard and soft copies of their documents as instructed in the advertisement.
