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AIOU expands educational access with financial aid

By APP
January 20, 2026
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) entrance gate. — aiou.edu.pk/File
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) entrance gate. — aiou.edu.pk/File

Islamabad:Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) is currently accepting admissions for the Spring Semester 2026, providing students across the country with continued access to affordable and flexible education.

Alongside the ongoing admission process, the university has also opened extensive financial assistance opportunities for poor and deserving students. In addition to financial aid, the university is offering completely free matriculation-level education to students from the tribal districts (formerly FATA), Gilgit-Baltistan and across Balochistan. This initiative aims to support children from underdeveloped and remote areas who face financial barriers to education. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Nasir Mahmood stated that the university is committed to ensuring that no child is deprived of education due to financial constraints.