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AIOU Regional Office Sheikhupura | Campus Contact and Address

Allama Iqbal Open University

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Allama Iqbal Open University Sheikhupura Campus building front view
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Region History – AIOU Regional Centre Sheikhupura

The Regional Centre Sheikhupura of Allama Iqbal Open University was formally established on 21 March 2019 after being bifurcated from the Lahore Region.

Initially, the centre began operations in a rented building to quickly provide academic support to students. In June 2022, construction started on a new state-of-the-art campus after AIOU acquired 5 Kanal and 15 Marla land for this purpose. The upcoming campus is designed to provide modern facilities for learners and staff, ensuring long-term growth and sustainability.

Geographical Coverage

The Sheikhupura Regional Centre serves students from two districts:

District Sheikhupura (5 Tehsils)
  • Sharaqpur
  • Muridke
  • Safdarabad
  • Ferozwala
  • Sheikhupura (City)
District Nankana Sahib (3 Tehsils)
  • Shah Kot
  • Sangla Hill
  • Nankana Sahib

This broad coverage allows the Regional Centre to reach a large student population across both districts.

Academic and Student Support Infrastructure

Study and Examination Centers
  • 10 Study Centers established across Sheikhupura and Nankana Sahib
  • 18 Examination Centers set up for convenient student access
Tutors and Enrollment
  • 4,935 registered tutors in the region
  • Approximately 13,500 students currently enrolled
Student Facilities
  • Mini-library stocked with useful books and reference materials
  • 9 Facilitation Centers for student guidance and counseling
  • Dedicated regional staff delivering academic and administrative services at students’ doorstep

Future Prospects

With the construction of its permanent campus already underway, the Sheikhupura Regional Centre is expected to become one of the leading hubs of distance education in Punjab. The new infrastructure will feature improved classrooms, digital labs, and enhanced facilities, ensuring better services for the rapidly growing student population.

Contact Information

Postal Address:
Street No. 1, Jamil Town, Lahore Road, Near Superior College, Sheikhupura

Email: rd_sheikhupura@aiou.edu.pk

Phone: 056-3543041

Frequently Asked Questions – AIOU Regional Centre Sheikhupura

The Sheikhupura Regional Centre was formally established on 21 March 2019 after being bifurcated from the Lahore Region.

It started its operations in a rented building to quickly provide academic support to students.

Construction of the new state-of-the-art campus began in June 2022 after AIOU acquired 5 Kanal and 15 Marla land.

The centre serves students from District Sheikhupura (Sharaqpur, Muridke, Safdarabad, Ferozwala, Sheikhupura city) and District Nankana Sahib (Shah Kot, Sangla Hill, Nankana Sahib).

The Sheikhupura region has 10 study centers and 18 examination centers to facilitate students.

A total of 4,935 tutors are registered in this region.

The enrollment is approximately 13,500 students, reflecting the growing demand for distance education.

Facilities include a mini-library, 9 facilitation centers, and dedicated regional staff to provide academic and administrative support.

The 9 facilitation centers provide guidance, counseling, and support services to students close to their homes.

Once the permanent campus is completed, it will feature modern classrooms, digital labs, and enhanced facilities, making it a leading hub of distance education in Punjab.