Dars-e-Nizami
A classical course of Arabic, Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh and related Islamic sciences.
Established 1902 · 1321 Hijri
Knowledge with purpose.
Madrasa Islamia Arabia Siraj-ul-Uloom has served Sambhal for more than a century—nurturing scholarship, character and service through Islamic and Arabic education.
120+years of service
1902Year established
1321Hijri foundation
6Learning departments
1–8School-level classes
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.
Discover our historyLearning 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.
Arabic Language
Progressive instruction in reading, grammar, literature and expression across six years.
Hifz & Tajweed
Qur'an memorisation supported by careful recitation, revision and Tajweed.
Girls’ Education
A dedicated department providing Arabic and Islamic education for girls.
Foqania
Middle-level learning that strengthens religious knowledge and foundational subjects.
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.”
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.
Formal foundation
Shamsul Ulama Hazrat Maulana Khaleel Ahmad Israili formally established Siraj-ul-Uloom as a centre for Islamic and Arabic education.
More pathways, wider service
Departments for Hifz, girls’ education and foundational schooling grew alongside advanced Arabic and Islamic studies.
Knowledge carried forward
The madrasa continues its educational, religious and social work for students, families and the wider community.
Admissions
Begin your learning journey.
Admission forms are available from the madrasa office. Applicants submit educational and identity documents before the entrance assessment.
How to applyCollect form
Visit or contact the madrasa office for the current form.
Submit records
Provide education, residence and identity documents.
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.
Help a tradition of learning continue.
Support can strengthen education and welfare for students and families. Contact the madrasa office to confirm current contribution methods before sending funds.
Ways to support