Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has officially revised its degree processing procedure to simplify the process and reduce reliance on postal submissions. Under the updated system, most students are no longer required to send documents through the post office, as the university has shifted towards a digital, portal-based degree application process.
According to AIOU, the revised procedure applies differently based on a student’s enrollment session. Students enrolled before Fall 2020 are still required to send their documents via post office, while those enrolled from Fall 2020 onwards must apply through the AIOU online portal. The university has stated that although postal submission is still allowed, the online portal method is easier, faster, and preferred.
The change is part of AIOU’s broader initiative to digitize academic services, improve transparency, and make degree issuance more convenient for students across Pakistan.
Who Needs to Apply Through the Online Portal?
Students who were admitted from Fall 2020 onwards are required to submit their degree applications online through the AIOU portal. These students do not need to send any documents by post, provided they correctly upload all required files in the prescribed format.
Students admitted before Fall 2020 must continue using the postal submission method for degree processing, as per existing university policy.
Online Degree Application Process at AIOU
Students applying online must follow these steps:
- Get all required documents verified/attested
- Take clear photographs or scans of the documents
- Combine all documents into a single PDF file
- Upload the PDF file on the official AIOU online portal
Uploading unclear or incomplete documents may result in delays in degree issuance.
AIOU Degree Fee Payment Instructions
AIOU has also clarified fee submission requirements. If students pay the degree fee through Easypaisa or any other digital payment application, they must upload:
- The fee challan
- The paid receipt
Both documents are mandatory to ensure successful verification of the payment.
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Why AIOU Changed the Degree Processing System
The updated degree processing procedure aims to:
- Reduce paperwork and postal delays
- Improve application tracking and transparency
- Make degree processing faster and more accessible
- Support AIOU’s shift towards digital student services
The university has advised students to carefully follow the new instructions to avoid rejection or unnecessary delays.
FAQs
Is posting documents still required for AIOU degree processing?
No, students enrolled from Fall 2020 onwards do not need to send documents by post.
Who must still use the post office method?
Students enrolled before Fall 2020 must send documents through the post office.
Can I still apply via post even if I am eligible for the portal?
Yes, but AIOU recommends using the online portal as it is easier and quicker.
What format should documents be uploaded in?
All documents must be combined into one clear PDF file.
What happens if I upload only the paid receipt?
The application may be delayed or rejected, as both challan and paid receipt are required.
