Fee Submission Deadline Extended for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026

Fee Submission Deadline Extension

In response to requests from the parents, the administration has approved an extension for tuition fee payments for the upcoming academic year. This extension applies to both the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.

New Submission Deadline

February 8, 2026

All payments must be received by 11:59 PM

Important Notice

To ensure uninterrupted enrollment and avoid late payment penalties, students must complete their fee payments by the revised deadline. Payment options and detailed instructions are available through the University Student Portal.

Office of the Treasurer

This notice supersedes all previous communications regarding fee deadlines

6th Convocation of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan Scheduled for February 17, 2026

6th Convocation of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan

Scheduled for February 17, 2026

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) will hold its 6th Convocation on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, to confer degrees upon successful graduates of the 2020 and 2021 academic sessions.

List of Candidates

In this regard, the lists of candidates from the 2020–21 sessions who have applied to participate in the 6th Convocation have been prepared. All concerned candidates are advised to carefully review the lists and ensure the accuracy of their particulars.

In case of any queries or required clarification, candidates are instructed to contact the Degree Section, Office of the Controller of Examinations, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, during official working hours for further guidance.

Registration for Graduates

All graduates are hereby directed to complete their registration for participation in the Convocation. Concerned graduates must contact the Office of the Controller of Examinations, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, for registration and further guidance.

Mandatory Full-Dress Rehearsal

It is further notified that a full-dress rehearsal for the convocation ceremony will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Attendance and participation in the rehearsal are mandatory for all candidates scheduled to take part in the convocation.

Important: Graduates who fail to attend the rehearsal will not be allowed to participate in the convocation ceremony.

Date: February 16, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM

Attendance: Mandatory

All candidates are therefore strongly advised to strictly adhere to the prescribed schedule and instructions to ensure the smooth conduct of the event.

List of Candidates

For Further Information:

Office of the Controller of Examinations
Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan
During Official Working Hours

Election for the Academic Council Constituency No. 24(1)(e)

Provisional Electoral Lists

List of Associate Professors List of Assistant Professors List of Lecturers

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Download Election Form

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AWKUM Conducts First Day of Faculty Training on Blackboard LMS

Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) conducted the first day of faculty training on the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) at the Central Library Conference Hall, Garden Campus.

The training program was organized by the University’s ERP Cell following the acquisition of the Blackboard LMS from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) under the ERP framework. The initiative is aimed at strengthening digital teaching, learning, and assessment practices in line with contemporary academic standards.

Faculty members representing various academic departments participated in the training sessions, which focused on course creation and management, online teaching tools, assessment mechanisms, and strategies for enhancing student engagement through the Blackboard platform.

The University administration acknowledged and appreciated the support of the competent authority, Deans, Heads of Departments, faculty members, IT Team, Central Library administration, meeting Section, and the Registrar and Treasurer Offices for their cooperation in ensuring the successful and smooth conduct of the training program.

Further training sessions will be conducted as per the approved schedule.

Extension of Last Date for Submission of Semester Fee – Fall 2025

📢 Fee Submission Deadline Extended

This is to inform all students that the last date for submission of semester fees for Fall 2025 has been extended till Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

All students are required to deposit their dues on or before the extended date. Failure to do so will result in withholding of results, and a fine will be imposed strictly in accordance with University rules.

Students are advised to ensure timely payment to avoid any inconvenience.

Open Public Defense of PhD Dissertation of Mr. Akbar Ali, Department of Chemistry, AWKUM

 

PhD Public Defense of Ms. Aneela Akbar Conducted at Central Library (Garden Campus), AWKUM.

 

A PhD Public Defense was successfully conducted at Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) for Ms. Aneela Akbar, PhD Scholar, Department of Political Science.

The defense took place on January 28, 2026, at the Conference Room, Central Library (Garden Campus), AWKUM.

During the session, the scholar presented her PhD research titled:

“An Analysis of the Impacts of Sit-ins on Parliamentary Democracy of Pakistan.”

The research was completed under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Zahir Shah, Professor and Pro-Vice Chancellor / Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences (DFSS).

The defense was attended by a panel of internal and external examiners, along with faculty members and research scholars. The presentation was followed by an interactive question-and-answer session, during which the research methodology, findings, and conclusions were thoroughly discussed.

The university community appreciated the scholarly work and congratulated the scholar on this important academic milestone.

 

List of Provisionally Admitted Students - Admissions Spring 2026

• Department of Biochemistry (MPhil) View Details
• Department of Botany (MPhil) View Details
• Department of Chemistry (MPhil - PhD) View Details
• Department of English (PhD (Linguistics)) View Details
• Department of Islamic Studies (MPhil - PhD) View Details
• Department of Law (LLM - PhD) View Details
• Department of Mathematics (MPhil - PhD) View Details
• Department of Microbiology (MPhil) View Details
• Department of Physics (MPhil - PhD) View Details
• Department of Political Science (MPhil - PhD) View Details
• Department of Psychology (MPhil) View Details
• Department of Sociology (MPhil) View Details
• Department of Zoology (MPhil "Research & Taught", PhD) View Details

Significant Agreement Between Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan and Hebei Agricultural University, China

 

Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) and Hebei Agricultural University (HEBAU), China, have formally signed an important agreement for the establishment of the China–Pakistan Yeast Biotechnology Joint Research Center. The purpose of this agreement is to promote collaborative scientific research between the two universities, particularly in the fields of agricultural biotechnology and yeast biotechnology.

Under the agreement, both institutions will jointly establish a research laboratory that will facilitate advanced research activities, joint research programs, academic conferences, exchange of scientific information, and the exchange of scientists and experts. The laboratory will be jointly supervised by nominated Co-Directors from both universities.

The agreement also includes clauses related to Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). According to these provisions, the outcomes of joint research activities will be jointly owned by both institutions, while the rights of independently conducted research will remain with the respective institution.

The agreement has come into effect immediately upon signing and will remain valid for a period of four years.

The agreement was signed on behalf of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan by Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Jamil Ahmad, and on behalf of Hebei Agricultural University by the Director, International Office. The signing ceremony was attended by Director ORIC Dr. Tariq Mahmood, Additional Director QEC Abrar Hussain Umarzai, Assistant Professor Zia-ul-Islam, and Professor Dr. Rahim Sher.

This agreement is being regarded as a significant step toward further strengthening higher education and research collaboration between Pakistan and China.

AWKUM Hosts Creative Art Exhibition Showcasing Students’ Talent

Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, under the auspices of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa College of Arts, organized a remarkable exhibition of students’ creative artworks. The exhibition showcased artistic works produced by students from the disciplines of Textile Designing, Interior Designing, Fashion Designing, and Photography.

On this occasion, the Commissioner Mardan, Mr. Javed Khan Marwat, graced the event as the Chief Guest, while the Vice Chancellor, Women University Mardan, Professor Dr. Raziya Sultana, and the District Police Officer (DPO) Mardan, Mr. Masood Khan Bangash, attended the event as distinguished guests. The guests were warmly received by Mr. Fazal Sattar, Principal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa College of Arts; Dr. Tariq Mahmood, Director ORIC; and Mr. Farhad Safi, Director Administration. The honorable guests took keen interest in the exhibition and highly appreciated the students’ creative work.

The Commissioner Mardan, Mr. Javed Khan Marwat, while commending the students’ artwork, stated that the creative abilities of youth are highly commendable and that such activities play a vital role in the professional development and training of students.

On the occasion, the Vice Chancellor, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Professor Dr. Jamil Ahmed, presented commemorative shields to the guests. A tree plantation activity was also carried out in the presence of the university administration.

Notice Regarding Commencement of New Semester and Transport Service

As per the Academic Calendar, all examinations have been completed, and classes for the new semester will resume on 9th February 2026.

All students are advised to complete their registration for the new semester before the commencement of classes to avoid any inconvenience.

It is further informed that the University transport (route service) will not be available from tomorrow and will resume on 9th February 2026, coinciding with the start of the new semester.

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Ibrar Hussain Umerzai

Director Transport
Member Syndicate

 

Office Orders "52nd meeting of Syndicate held on January 10, 2026"