FA (Dars-e-Nizami)

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  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Credit Hours: 48
  • Admission Last Date: September 8, 2025
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FA (Dars-e-Nizami) Introduction

The FA (Dars-e-Nizami) program at AIOU is specially designed for students who have completed their Matriculation and want to pursue higher secondary education with a strong focus on Islamic studies. At the HSSC level, 18 credit hours are compulsory while 30 credit hours are elective, giving learners a solid foundation in both general subjects and specialized Islamic courses.

The compulsory courses are spread across the first two semesters, with 12 credit hours in the first semester and 6 credit hours in the second semester. This systematic distribution helps students cover essential subjects early while gradually moving into advanced religious studies.

AIOU offers admissions for the FA (Dars-e-Nizami) program in both the Spring and Autumn semesters each year. This flexible admission cycle ensures students from different regions of Pakistan can conveniently start their academic journey without waiting long.

Eligibility Criteria

Students who have successfully completed SSC Dars-e-Nizami from AIOU, Matric (General), or hold an equivalent certificate attested by IBCC are eligible to apply for admission in this program.

Duration

The FA (Dars-e-Nizami) program is spread over a period of 2 years, divided into four semesters. This duration allows students to study at a manageable pace while balancing their personal and academic commitments.

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction for this program is Urdu, making it easier for students to understand and excel in religious as well as general education courses.

Teaching Methodology

AIOU follows an open and distance learning system for FA (Dars-e-Nizami). This approach gives students the flexibility to learn at home while also benefiting from study material, assignments, and tutor guidance provided by the university.

Credits Required

To successfully complete the program, students must earn a total of 48 credit hours, which are distributed across compulsory and elective courses.

Semester 1 Subjects

List of courses offered in the 1st Semester of FA (Dars-e-Nizami)
Course Code Course Title Cr. Hrs Mode
389 Quran-e-Hakeem 6 (Theory) ODL
390 Hadith 6 (Theory) ODL

Semester 2 Subjects

List of courses offered in the 2nd Semester of FA (Dars-e-Nizami)
Course Code Course Title Cr. Hrs Mode
391 Fiqh 6 (Theory) ODL
392 Usull-ul-Fiqh 6 (Theory) ODL

Semester 3 Subjects

List of courses offered in the 3rd Semester of FA (Dars-e-Nizami)
Course Code Course Title Cr. Hrs Mode
309 Arabic 6 (Theory) ODL
363 / 398 Urdu-I
OR Sindhi + Easy Urdu-I (For Students of Sindh Only) 		3 (Theory) ODL
386 Compulsory English-I 3 (Theory) ODL

Semester 4 Subjects

List of courses offered in the 4th Semester of FA (Dars-e-Nizami)
Course Code Course Title Cr. Hrs Mode
316 Islamiyat 3 (Theory) ODL
357 Health and Nutrition 3 (Theory) ODL
364 / 399 Urdu-II
OR Sindhi + Easy Urdu-II (For Students of Sindh Only) 		3 (Theory) ODL
387 Compulsory English-II 3 (Theory) ODL

AIOU FA (Dars-e-Nizami) is an intermediate-level Islamic studies program that combines traditional Dars-e-Nizami subjects with compulsory FA subjects. It is designed for students who want to continue Islamic education after matriculation while earning a recognized FA degree.

The duration is two years, divided into Part-I (1st Year) and Part-II (2nd Year), just like regular FA programs.

Students study a mix of compulsory subjects like English, Urdu, and Pakistan Studies along with Islamic subjects such as Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, and Arabic.

The fee is quite affordable compared to regular colleges. Exact fees may vary by semester, but generally, it remains lower than most institutions, making it easier for students from all backgrounds to continue education.

Any student who has passed Matriculation or equivalent is eligible for admission. Students from both science and arts backgrounds can apply.

Yes. It is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan and equivalent to FA (Intermediate) in other boards, which means students can continue to BA, BS, or Alim courses afterward.

Graduates can continue higher education in Islamic Studies, Shariah, Arabic, or general FA to BA/BS programs. It also opens pathways to teaching, Islamic research, and higher madrassa education.

Exams are held at designated AIOU centers across Pakistan. Students also complete assignments that carry weightage in final grading.

Yes. AIOU provides comprehensive study material (books and guides) to students after admission, so they can study from home at their own pace.

Yes. Since it is equivalent to FA/Intermediate, graduates are eligible to apply for government jobs that require intermediate qualifications.

At a Glance

No. of Semesters: 4
Department: Higher Secondary School Certificate
Medium: Urdu

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2 Years

48 Credit Hours

Eligibility Criteria

Review the requirements and qualifications needed to apply for this program.

  • Educational Requirement
    Applicants must have completed SSC (Dars-e-Nizami) from AIOU,
    Matric (General), or possess an equivalent certificate
    verified by IBCC    . This ensures that students from both traditional and
    general educational backgrounds can apply.
  • Age
    The minimum age requirement for admission is 15 years.
    There is no upper age limit, allowing learners of all ages
    to continue their studies in this program.
  • Entry Test
    No entry test is required for admission into the FA (Dars-e-Nizami) program.

Note: All certificates and mark sheets must be from a recognized board of education in Pakistan
or an equivalent authority such as IBCC.

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