Introduction of Jamia Siddiqiyyah, Abbottabad

Journey from Madrassa to Islamic University (Jamia):

Abbottabad, a city renowned for its beauty and tourism, is considered one of Pakistan's most picturesque cities. It holds a distinctive status not only in terms of civilization, culture, and education but also in terms of upbringing and education.

Abbottabad is often referred to as the city of educational institutions, where alongside modern educational institutions, religious schools (madrassa’s) are also actively serving. However, despite this, there was a felt need for an exemplary educational institution, which was not only felt in Hazara but was also a matter of concern for scholars throughout Pakistan. This shortage was a cause of concern, especially for elders and scholars who were tirelessly engaged in serving underprivileged communities under the supervision of respected elders and spiritual guides. They envisioned establishing a religious institution in this small city that could serve as a center for the northern regions' Muslims and connect religious schools and elders with the rest of the country's religious institutions. Understanding the scholars' anguish, the founder of Jamia took the initiative to establish Madrassa-tul-Uloom Al-Siddiqiyyah in Abbottabad, with determination and resolve, upon the advice of his elders and the insistence of his colleagues.

Allah Almighty granted Madrassa-tul-Uloom Al-Siddiqiyyyah a central position in a short period, which not only guides schools affiliated with Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s) but also sets an example of unity among schools of different sects.

The founder and administrator of this madrassa, Sheikh-Ul-Hadith Maulana Habib Ur Rahman , a scholar and former faculty member of Jamia Farooqia Karachi, is remarkable for his scholarly passion and exemplary organizational skills. When the peaceful and commendable city of Abbottabad, its local scholars, and the common people wanted to enhance its status, it was destined that their eyes fell on the religious scholar of the region, Maulana Habib Ur Rahman , who, despite his loyalty to his alma mater Jamia Farooqia, initially declined to come to Abbottabad. However, it is God's will that when the respected elders and brothers insisted, he sought permission from his mentor, Sheikh-ul-Mashaikh Imam-ul-Muhaddithin Hazrat Maulana Saleemullah Khan (may Allah bless him), and established Madrassa-tul-Uloom Al-Siddiqiyyyah in Abbottabad.

The foundation of this madrasa was laid with the guidance and advice of mentor and Sheikh-ul-Hadith Maulana Saleemullah Khan on Wednesday, 8th December 2004, corresponding to 25th Shawwal 1425 AH. Initially, teaching continued from elementary to memorization of Holy .And then presently, all degrees are being taught up to the Dora-e-Hadith course (Complete Dars-e-Nizami,complete aalim course).

Under the umbrella of Jamia Siddiqiyyah, courses from the elementary level to the first degree, up to the Hadith course (Dora-e-Hadith), Arabic and English spoken language, and other courses such as modern technologies and computer courses are being offered. Both Madrassa-tul-Uloom Al-Siddiqiyyyah and Jamia Siddiqiyyyah Abbottabad are affiliated with the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan (Federation of Islamic Schools (Madrassa’s) in Pakistan), and Jamia Siddiqiyyah's separate affiliation number is: 07/04/06341. Currently, there are 275 students enrolled in Jamia Siddiqiyyah and its branches, and at the center, Hadith studies (Dora-e-Hadith) are equivalent to M.A. level. Moreover, Madrassa-tul-Uloom Al-Siddiqiyyyah Abbottabad is also affiliated separately with the number: 08/04/11708. Under this affiliation, in 2024, 90 female students appeared for the federal exams of various degrees. In total, under the administration of Madrassa-tul-Uloom Al-Siddiqiyyyah, 250 female students are enrolled, and Jamia Siddiqiyyah Abbottabad is also the center for schools in Abbottabad district and Hazara division.          

Record of Preparing Hafiz in Three Months:

Jamia Siddiqiyyah Abbottabad has prepared Huffaz (Students who memorize whole Quran) in three or six months and has established a distinguished system for it.

Visits of Prominent Scholars to Jamia Siddiqiyyah, Abbottabad:

Alhamdulillah, Jamia Siddiqiyyah, Abbottabad has been graced by the visits of prominent scholars from all over Pakistan at various times, particularly

Imam-ul-Muhaddithin, Sheikh Maulana Saleemullah Khan, the late president of the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s), and the administrator of Jamia Farooqia Karachi, who visited the Jamia Siddiqiyyah on numerous occasions and oversaw its establishment.

The esteemed Dr. Muhammad Adil Khan, known for his martyrdom in defense of the honor of the Companions, also honored the Jamia Siddiqiyyah with his presence.

The revered Sheikh-ul-Islam, Maulana Mufti Muhammad Taqi, the current president of the, Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s)  has also graced the Jamia Siddiqiyyah (university) with his visit,

Maulana Obaidullah Khalid, the vice president of the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s) also visited Jamia Siddiqiyyah  on several occasions.

Maulana Fazal Al-Raheem Ashrafi, the respected head of the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s)  and the administrator of Jamia Ashrafia Lahore, has also visited jamia Siddiqiyyah.

Furthermore,

• The leader of religious schools, Maulana Qari Muhammad Haneef Jalandhari, the highest organizer of the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s).
•  Maulana Hussain Ahmad, the organizer of the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
•  Maulana Qazi Abdul Rashid, the provincial organizer of the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s), Punjab.
•  Maulana Imadadullah, the provincial organizer of the Wifaq Ul Madaris Al Arabia Pakistan  (the Federation of  Madrassa’s), Sindh.
•  The esteemed Maulana Yusuf Afshani.
•  The revered Mufti Dr. Maulana Manzoor Ahmad Mengal.
•  The esteemed Maulana Peer Noor Muhammad.
•  The revered Sheikh-ul-Hadith Maulana Muhammad Anwar.
•  The revered Maulana Noor-ul-Bashar.
•  The esteemed Mufti Abu Lababa.
• The esteemed Maulana Abdul Sattar.
•  The esteemed Mufti Mahmood Al-Hassan Masoodi.
• The esteemed Maulana Abdul Razzaq.
• The Esteemed Maulana Muhammad Azeem
• The Esteemed Maulana Faheemuddin Qureshi
• The Esteemed Maulana Wali Khan Al-Muzaffar
• The Martyred Islamic scholar Maulana Ali Sher Haideri, may Allah have mercy on him
• The Esteemed Maulana Orangzeb Farooqi
• The Martyred Islamic scholar Maulana Hassan Jan, may Allah have mercy on him
• The Esteemed Maulana Mufti Abu Muhammad
• The Esteemed Allama Tahseen Munzar
• The Esteemed Mufti Muhammad, Jamia Rashidia
• The Esteemed Maulana Adnan Kaka Khail
• The Esteemed Ata-ur-Rehman
• The Leader of Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• The Esteemed Mufti Zubair Ashraf Usmani
• The Esteemed Maulana Shabir Ahmed Kashmiri
• The Esteemed Maulana Adam Khan
• The Esteemed Maulana Nasrullah Khan Sadiqabadi, may Allah have mercy on him
• The Esteemed Maulana Yahya Asim
• The Esteemed Qari Muhammad Iqbal
• The Esteemed Maulana Mazamil Slaout
• The Esteemed Maulana Abdul Rehman
• The Esteemed Maulana Habib-ur-Rehman Darkhawasti
• The Esteemed Maulana Younus, from Raiwind
• The Esteemed Maulana Manzoor Yousaf
• The Esteemed Maulana Muhammad Sadiq
• The Esteemed Maulana Zahoor Ahmed Alvi
• The esteemed Maulana Abdullah Shah Mazhar.
•  The esteemed Mufti Ziauddin Faisalabad.
• The esteemed Maulana Talha.
•  The esteemed Maulana Nazeer Ahmad Farooqi.
•  The esteemed Maulana Anayat-ur-Rehman.
•  The esteemed Maulana Obaidullah.
•  The esteemed Maulana MUzamil Ghori.
•  The esteemed Maulana Khurshid.
•  The esteemed Maulana Matiullah.
•  The esteemed Mufti Umar.

 and countless other honorable scholars have graced Jamia Siddiqiyyah, Abbottabad with their presence blessed it with their valuable advice, praised its system, and become a manifestation of the blessings of the arrival of esteemed scholars.