Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has extended the course registration deadline for its Autumn 2026 semester to October 19, 2026, according to an announcement from the university on October 6. The extension is aimed specifically at continuing students enrolled in the university's Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programs. AIOU clarified that this relaxation applies only to students already registered at the university and does not extend to fresh admissions or new applicants, who must follow a separate admission timeline. The university's Vice Chancellor approved the extension as a student-welfare measure, intended to give enrolled students additional time to complete registration where they may be facing logistical difficulties. Students must complete registration through the official AIOU Course Management System (CMS) portal at enrollment.aiou.edu.pk. The process involves logging into the portal with their credentials, navigating to the Academic Management section, selecting Course Registration, choosing their Autumn 2026 semester and courses, and then generating a fee challan. Payment can be made through banks or mobile wallet services, and must be completed before the new October 19 deadline. AIOU advised students not to wait until the last few days to register, warning that the portal may slow down due to heavy internet traffic as the deadline approaches. Late registration can also delay the dispatch of study materials and the assignment of tutors, both of which could affect a student's ability to keep pace with coursework once the semester begins. Students with questions about their specific program or registration status are encouraged to contact their respective AIOU regional office.