The mosque façade of Siraj-ul-Uloom seen through the campus gateway arch

Est. 1902 · 1321 Hijri · Hilali Sarai, Sambhal

Knowledge that illuminates.

Madrasa Islamia Arabia Siraj-ul-Uloom has served Sambhal for more than a century, nurturing scholarship, character and service through Islamic and Arabic education.

  • 1902Year established
  • 1321Hijri foundation
  • 6Learning departments
  • 1–8School-level classes
The green arcaded corridor of the mosque
Teachers and students gathered in the prayer hall
Hilali Sarai, in the heart of historic Sambhal

Rooted in Sambhal

A living tradition of learning.

Founded by Shamsul Ulama Hazrat Maulana Khaleel Ahmad Israili, the institution brings classical Islamic learning together with the intellectual and ethical formation of every student.

Its educational work spans Qur'an memorisation and Tajweed, Dars-e-Nizami, Arabic language, girls’ education and foundational schooling. The wider mission extends beyond classrooms through religious guidance, community welfare and peace-building.

Scholars taught here have gone on to write, teach and serve well beyond Sambhal, among them Maulana Manzoor Nomani, Maulana Burhanuddin Sambhali and Maulana Asad Israili.

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Learning pathways

Education for mind, faith and character.

Structured pathways serve young learners, advanced Arabic students, Huffaz and women, guided by qualified teachers and an established curriculum.

01

Dars-e-Nizami

A classical course of Arabic, Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh and related Islamic sciences.

02

Arabic Language

Progressive instruction in reading, grammar, literature and expression across six years.

03

Hifz & Tajweed

Qur'an memorisation supported by careful recitation, revision and Tajweed.

04

Girls’ Education

A dedicated department providing Arabic and Islamic education for girls.

05

Foqania

Middle-level learning that strengthens religious knowledge and foundational subjects.

06

Tahtania

Foundational classes from the early years through Class 8 in two study shifts.

A century in service

“Education that illuminates the mind and refines the character.”
  1. Before 1902

    Roots in Sambhal’s scholarly tradition

    The institution’s story is connected with the teaching legacy of Abu Ishaque Abul Aja'ib Shah Muhammad Hilali and the learned culture of Hilali Sarai.

  2. 1902 · 1321 Hijri

    Formal foundation

    Shamsul Ulama Hazrat Maulana Khaleel Ahmad Israili formally established Siraj-ul-Uloom as a centre for Islamic and Arabic education.

  3. Growing mission

    More pathways, wider service

    Departments for Hifz, girls’ education and foundational schooling grew alongside advanced Arabic and Islamic studies.

  4. Today

    Knowledge carried forward

    The madrasa continues its educational, religious and social work for students, families and the wider community.

The carved parapet of the mosque at sunset

The name

“Siraj” means a lamp. Named in memory of Maulana Siraj Israili, Siraj-ul-Uloom carries its purpose in its name: to illuminate through knowledge.
Hilali Sarai · Sambhal · since 1321 Hijri

Campus & student life

A setting made for focused study.

The institution’s published profile describes a broad campus with spaces for worship, residence, reading and independent study.

The brick arcade of the classroom block

Hilali Sarai campus

Learning supported beyond the classroom.

A grand mosque, residential facilities and dedicated study spaces form part of the campus described by the institution.

Admissions

Begin your learning journey.

Admission forms are available from the madrasa office. Applicants submit educational and identity documents before the entrance assessment.

  1. 01

    Collect the form

    Visit or contact the madrasa office for the current form.

  2. 02

    Submit records

    Provide education, residence and identity documents.

  3. 03

    Assessment

    The office communicates the admission test schedule.

Visit & connect

The doors of learning are open.

Speak with the office for admission guidance, institutional information or to arrange a visit.

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Community

Learning is strengthened by belonging.

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Office

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For the most current information, please contact the office directly.

Telephone
05923-232525
Admissions
Badar Hussain · +91 99174 61786
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