Allama Iqbal Open University,Multan.

University Information

The Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Multan Campus, is part of Pakistan’s first distance-learning university, established to provide affordable and accessible education to people across the country. Known for its flexible learning system, AIOU Multan caters to students from South Punjab and surrounding regions. The campus provides academic support, counseling, workshops, and examination facilities, ensuring that students can pursue education alongside their personal and professional commitments.

Categories / Programs Offered

  • Matriculation & Intermediate Programs
    General Education, Technical & Vocational Courses

  • Undergraduate Programs (BA/BS/B.Ed.):
    Business Administration, Education, Computer Science, Islamic Studies, Mass Communication, Social Sciences

  • Graduate Programs (MA/MSc/M.Ed./MPhil):
    Urdu, English, Islamic Studies, Economics, Education, Management Sciences, Computer Science

  • Doctoral Programs (PhD):
    Selected disciplines in Education, Islamic Studies, Languages, and Social Sciences

  • Diplomas & Certificate Courses:
    Teacher training, technical skills, IT certifications, and professional development courses

Faculties & Departments

  • Faculty of Education

  • Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities

  • Faculty of Arabic & Islamic Studies

  • Faculty of Sciences

  • Faculty of Business & Management Sciences

University History

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) was established in 1974 as Pakistan’s first open university, modeled on the concept of distance education. Over the decades, AIOU has expanded its network to reach millions of students across the country, including those in remote and underserved areas. The Multan Campus was set up to serve the students of South Punjab by providing them with academic support, examination centers, and access to university resources. Today, it plays a vital role in promoting literacy, higher education, and professional training in the region.