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Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Campus, Post Box No 27, Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Marg, Rauza Bagh, Aurangabad 431001, Maharashtra, India
D. Rafiq Zakaria Campus, Rauza Bagh, Aurangabad 431001, MS
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(English) (Download)Founded in 1963 by the visionary Dr. Rafiq Zakaria, Maulana Azad College is committed to providing quality education to all, with special focus on minority communities. Our mission is to empower students through knowledge, skills, and values that prepare them for successful careers and responsible citizenship.
Founder, Maulana Azad College
Dr. Rafiq Zakaria was a distinguished scholar, educationist, and freedom fighter who dedicated his life to the cause of education and social upliftment. His vision and tireless efforts led to the establishment of Maulana Azad College in 1963, creating an institution that has become a beacon of quality education for all.
With his profound wisdom and farsightedness, Dr. Zakaria ensured that the college would serve as a symbol of educational excellence and an instrument of social change. His commitment to providing education, especially to minority communities, has transformed thousands of lives and continues to inspire generations.
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Our mission is to empower every student with knowledge and values."
- Dr. Rafiq Zakaria
Dr. Rafiq Zakaria
1920 - 2005
Excellence is not an exception but a prevailing attitude. Our mission through education is to spread, maintain and improve education among all sections of the society, with special privilege for Minority Community to achieve better personnel to provide integrated, efficient and effective services to the society.
It was because of the wisdom, farsightedness and vision of our beloved founder late Dr. Rafiq Zakaria that Maulana Azad College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Aurangabad, was established in 1963, which has become the symbol of quality education and instrument of social change.
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (BAMU)
Recognized under UGC sections 2(f) & 12(b)
1963 by Dr. Rafiq Zakaria
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Dream big in life- G. Shrikanth Degree Distribution Programme was held in Maulana Azad College on 07th January 2026. The programe started with a procession bearing university flag in the hands of Dr. Arif Pathan Vice Princiapal of the college. the programe begins with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Song followed by the recitation of the verses from the Holy Quran, Dr. Aditi Bhattacharya, IQAC, coordinator presented college activity report to the gathering in an in-depth manner. Mr. G. Shrikant, Municipal Commissioner & Administrator, was the Chief Guest of the Programme. Mrs. Pratibha Ingle & Mr. Ankush Pandhare were the guests of honour. Mr. Farhat Jamal, President, Maulana Azad Education Society & Chairman, Maulana Azad Educational Trust graced the occasion as the president of the programme. Principal, Dr. Mazahar Ahmad Farooqui and Mr. Farhat Jamal welcomed the guests . In his address Mr. G. Shrikant focused on vision of the late Dr. Rafiq Zakaria and Late Padma Shri Fatma Zakaria and their efforts in making this wonderful campus. He stressed upon sincere efforts, dedication, updating skills, dreaming big in life, hard work and also asked the graduating students not to stuck in social media. He also cited Mr. Fareed Zakaria’s as an example to who they can follow. Mrs. Pratibha Ingle, Commissioner, Minority Development Department asked the students to be competitive, focused in life, and health conscious. Mr. Ankush Pandhare, Deputy Commissioner, Education Dept. Municipal Corporation CSN, guided the gathering on casting vote in the upcoming election of Municipal Corporation CSN. In his presidential address Mr. Farhat Jamal congratulated Dr. Mazahar Ahmad Farooqui for his efforts infavour of the campus and the process of students. He urged the students to enhance to critical thinking while incorporating the social values and nurturing character. He also guided over the changes in the field of education and asked the students to stay connected as mentors, collaborator and speakers and help the society with their knowledge. He also promised that gates of knowledge will always remain open for them. In this programme Mr. Farhat Jamal felicitated the Principals from the sister institutions while offering plant saplings. The proceeding of the programme was conducted by Dr. Aparna Saraf, Dr. Sadikali Shaikh and Dr. Ashfaque Khan proposed the vote of thanks. In this programme degrees were distributed at the hands of dignitaries. The programme was attended by students, parents, teaching, non-teaching staff and persons from the media. The successful programme ended with National anthem.
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Honoring Excellence: Maulana Azad College of Arts, Science & Commerce Recognized as District Eco-SDG Champion 2025
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Mustafa Mohammed Salem Ahmed (Yemani student) successfully defended his PhD viva in Zoology on 6 NOV 2025 Under the guidance of Dr. (Mrs.) Shaikh Tarannum Tanveer, Associate Professor. Principal Dr. Mazahar Ahmed Farooqui congratulated both the candidate and the guide. Mrs Khan Sabiha Secretary Anjuman-e- Ishat-e-Talim (Milliya college Beed) Prof. J.D. Shaikh HoD, Prof. Sultan, Dr Samreen Farooqui & Saleha Farooqui (Milliya college Beed) were also there to share the proud moment.
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Felicitation of Newly Appointed Chairman Maharashtra Urdu Sahitya Academy Mr. Haseen Akhtar at college
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Maulana Azad College hosted Mr. Milind Joshi, Assistant Manager of TATA Indian Institute of Skills (TATA IIS), as part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two institutions. During his visit, Principal Dr. Mazahar Ahmed Farooqui felicitated Mr. Joshi with a college magazine and shawl. The orientation programme featured a comprehensive briefing by Mr. Joshi on the programme details for the staff. The event was attended by Mr. Sohail Khan, Dr. Syed Abeduddin, Mr. Feroz Pathan, Mr. Ibrahim Khan and other faculty members.
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Narendra Palandurkar, an alumnus of Maulana Azad College and currently Director of Defence Services Academy, Shahpur Bhandara (Nagpur), visited the college today along with a few professors from Nagpur.
