✍️ Introduction :

Are you an AIOU graduate looking to verify your degree in 2025? Whether you’re applying for a job, immigration, or higher studies, degree verification is a must. This guide will help you understand the complete AIOU degree verification process, from applying online to receiving your verified degree. You’ll also learn how to track your application, avoid common mistakes, and get it attested by HEC. Let’s explore everything step-by-step so you don’t miss anything important!

📌 What is AIOU Degree Verification?

AIOU (Allama Iqbal Open University) offers degree verification services for students who have completed their programs. Verification ensures that the degree is original, valid, and recognized by employers or international institutions.

📌 Why is Degree Verification Important?

• Required for jobs (especially government)

• Needed for HEC attestation

• Necessary for immigration or higher education

• Protects from fake degrees

📌 Who Can Apply for Degree Verification?

Anyone who has:

• Completed a program (Matric, FA, BA, B.Ed, MA, M.Ed, etc.)

• Received a provisional or final degree

• Wants attestation from AIOU or HEC

📌 Documents Required for AIOU Degree Verification

• Photocopy of CNIC

• Copy of Degree (Provisional or Final)

• Original Bank Challan (paid)

• Application form (downloaded)

• Passport-size photo (sometimes required)

📌 Step-by-Step Process to Verify AIOU Degree

✅ Step 1: Download the Application Form

Go to: https://www.aiou.edu.pk → Download “Degree Verification Form”

✅ Step 2: Fill the Form Carefully

Provide:

• Personal details

• Program name & year

• Roll number

• Contact info
  Make sure everything is correct.

✅ Step 3: Pay the Verification Fee

Fee:

• For Local Verification: Rs. 600 per copy

• For HEC purpose (sealed envelope): Rs. 1000 per copy
  Bank: AIOU nominated bank branches (UBL or ABL)
  Use AIOU's official challan form.

✅ Step 4: Attach Documents

Include:

• Paid challan copy

• CNIC copy

• Degree copy

• Filled form

✅ Step 5: Submit Application

Submit via post or by hand to:
Controller Examination (Verification Section), AIOU, Islamabad

✅ Step 6: Wait for Processing

Usually takes 15–30 working days. You can contact AIOU helpline for updates.

📌 Online Degree Verification (Limited Option)

As of 2025, AIOU does not offer full online verification, but you can check degree issuance status via AIOU Result Portal.

📌 How to Verify AIOU Degree for HEC?

• First verify degree from AIOU

• Then apply to HEC Portal

• Select “Degree Attestation”

• Choose “By Courier” or “By Visit”

• Attach verified degree and transcript from AIOU

📌 AIOU Helpline for Degree Issues

• Phone: 051-111-112-468

• Email: helpdesk@aiou.edu.pk

• Office Timing: Mon–Fri (9 AM to 4 PM)

✅ FAQs – AIOU Degree Verification

Q: Can I verify my degree online?
A: Not fully. You must apply by post.

Q: How long does it take to verify a degree?
A: 2–4 weeks.

Q: Is provisional degree enough?
A: No, only final degree is accepted for HEC.

Q: Can someone else submit my form?
A: Yes, with authority letter.

🔚 Final Tips

• Always double-check your challan and documents

• Keep photocopies of everything

• Call AIOU helpline for updates

• Don’t forget to seal envelope for HEC

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