How to Upload AIOU Assignments on LMS Portal — Step-by-Step Guide
Complete step-by-step guide to submitting your AIOU solved assignments through the LMS portal at lms.aiou.edu.pk. Learn how to log in, find your course, upload your PDF, and confirm successful submission before the due date.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare Your Assignment File
Write or type your assignment and save it as a PDF file. The file size should not exceed 5MB. Make sure your name, student ID, course code, and semester are clearly written on the first page. Scanned handwritten assignments are also accepted — ensure the scan is clear and legible.
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Visit the AIOU LMS Portal
Open your web browser and go to lms.aiou.edu.pk. This is the official Allama Iqbal Open University Learning Management System. Use a stable internet connection for the best experience.
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Log In with Your Student Credentials
Enter your AIOU Student ID (enrollment number) as your username and your registered password. If you are logging in for the first time, your default password may be your CNIC number or date of birth — check the admission confirmation SMS/letter for details. Click the Login button.
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Navigate to Your Course
After logging in, you will see your enrolled courses listed on the dashboard. Click on the course for which you want to submit an assignment. The course is typically displayed by its course code and name.
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Find the Assignment Submission Section
Within the course page, look for the 'Assignments' or 'Submit Assignment' section. There will be separate entries for Assignment No.1 and Assignment No.2. Click on the relevant assignment entry.
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Upload Your Assignment PDF
Click the 'Upload File' or 'Attach File' button. Browse to your assignment PDF file on your device and select it. Wait for the file to upload completely — do not close the browser during upload. A progress indicator will show when the upload is complete.
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Submit and Confirm
After the file uploads, click the 'Submit' or 'Save' button to finalize your submission. You should see a confirmation message and a submission timestamp on screen. Take a screenshot of this confirmation as proof of submission.
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Check Submission Status
Return to the course assignment page to verify your submission is recorded. The status should show as 'Submitted' with your submission date and time. If the status is not updated within 24 hours, contact AIOU technical support.
Always submit assignments well before the deadline. The LMS portal can experience high traffic near due dates. For Spring 2026: Assignment 1 deadline is June 30, 2026 and Assignment 2 is August 22, 2026.
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