Opens for 2027-28
SHARI'A BOYS
SANAAE
Talented scholars with insight and understanding in religion.
- Boys
- After SSLC
- Structure: 2+4+2
- 8 years
After SSLC: religious studies alongside Plus Two (Humanities or Commerce), a four-year UGC-recognised degree and PG — eight years to the Sanaai title.
Eligibility
- Passed school Class 10
- Samastha Madrasa Class 7 or equivalent
- Not above 17 years
Key dates
- Application opens1 April 20261
- Application closes15 May 20262
- Hall ticket16 May 20263
- SNEET entrance exam17 May 20264
- Trial allotment19 May 20265
- First allotment21 May 20266
- Admission22 May 20267
- Second allotment23 May 20268
- Admission closes24 May 20269
- Muqaddima (classes begin)1–3 June 202610
These are last year’s dates, for reference. The 2027-28 dates will be announced on the Admissions page.
Aims and objectives
- 01To cultivate scholars with a deep and rigorous grounding in the Qur'an, Hadith, Fiqh and the related Islamic sciences.
- 02To shape teachers for the religious sector who combine scholarly competence with an informed understanding of psychology and social realities.
- 03To develop scholars who integrate counselling ability, leadership capacity and excellence in linguistic expression.
- 04To prepare high-calibre academic experts, thinkers and writers capable of teaching at leading universities and presenting scholarly work at international conferences.
- 05To enable students to obtain UGC-recognised undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in fields such as social sciences and languages, alongside advanced degrees in the religious discipline.
Programme structure
1
Sanaviyya Ulya (Senior Secondary)· 2 years
Alongside: Kerala State school Plus One and Plus Two
| Subject | Learning outcome |
|---|---|
| Sarf, Nahv, Arabic, English, Urdu (LSRW) | Practise the four language skills with a grounding in Arabic grammar |
| Fiqh | A comprehensive, concise study of jurisprudence |
| Aqeeda | Introduction to the fundamentals of belief |
| Hadith, Tareekh, Tasawwuf | Self-refinement through the Prophetic sayings and the lives of the Prophets and the pious |
| Tajweed, Qira'ath, Hifz | Memorise the prescribed surahs with recitation practice |
| Personal & soft skills | Personal, interpersonal, learning and comprehension skills |
| Takhniyyathul Jadeedah | MS Office tools, cyber security |
2
Bakaalooriya (Degree)· 4 years
Alongside: UGC-recognised undergraduate degree
| Subject | Learning outcome |
|---|---|
| Uloomul Qur'an, Tafseer | Understand the divinity, authority and content of the Qur'an |
| Usoolul Hadith, Hadith | Understand the authority and meaning of the Prophetic teachings and the rules of authentication |
| Usoolul Fiqh | Understand the methodology of jurisprudence, its necessity and the qualifications of the mujtahids |
| Mantiq, Aqeeda | Flaw-free argument and, through it, true commitment to Islam |
| Nahv, Balagha, Adab Mustakhdam Arabiyya | Arabic grammar, modern usage and creative expression |
| Buhoos wa Dirasath | Scientific and historical grounding; present Islam intellectually in the modern age and answer criticism |
| Skill | Creative writing, translation, research methodology |
| New media | Graphic design, robotics, DTP, digital journalism |
3
Majesteer (PG) – Department of Thafseer· 2 years
Alongside: UGC-recognised postgraduate degree
| Subject | Learning outcome |
|---|---|
| Uloomul Qur'an, Tafseer | Deep grasp of the methodologies of the major tafseers and originality of presentation |
| Hadith | Detailed study of the authoritative Hadith collections including the Sihah Sitta |
| Fiqh | Deep study of jurisprudence through Tuhfathul Muhtaj |
| Tasawwuf | Understanding gained through authoritative works such as Kitabul Hikam and Risalathul Qushairiyya |
| I'jazul Qur'an, Raddu Shubuhat | Detailed study of the Qur'an's inimitability and of the verses that are misunderstood |
| Contemporary studies, Manhaju Ahlussunna | Critique of anti-Islamic ideas, answers to criticism of Islam, the methodology of the Sunni Jama’ath |
Colleges offering this programme
| Affiliated colleges | District | Intake | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imam Shafi Islamic Academy | Kasaragod | 30 | — |
| Darul Birr Islamic Academy | Kannur | 30 | — |
| Shamsul Ulama Islamic Academy | Wayanad | 30 | — |
| Daruswalah Islamic Academy | Kozhikode | 30 | — |
| Ahmad Kutty Musliyar Memorial College of Islamic & Arts | Malappuram | 30 | — |
| Liwa-ul Huda Islamic Complex | Malappuram | 30 | — |
| Darul Ihsan Islamic Academy | Malappuram | 30 | — |
| Thanveer Islamic and Arts College | Malappuram | — | — |
| Khasi Muhammed Musliyar Educational & Cultural Complex | Palakkad | 30 | — |
| Nattukal Makham Islamic & Arts College | Palakkad | 30 | — |
| Shamsul Ulama Islamic & Arts Sanaae College | Alappuzha | 30 | — |
| Karnataka Islamic Academy | Dakshina Kannada | 30 | — |