Summer Holidays 2026
26–30 August (Wed–Sun)
International Hifz Quraan Competition 2026
United Kingdom
Venue To Be Confirmed
Event Name:
Habib Ul Quraan – International Hifz Quraan Competition 2026
Location:
United Kingdom (venue to be confirmed)
Dates (August 2026):
Wed 26 Aug
Thu 27 Aug
Fri 28 Aug
Sat 29 Aug
Sun 30 Aug
Competition Type:
Hifz (5, 10, 20, 30 Juz)
Tafseer (English or Arabic Commentary)
Qira’ah (10 Qirā’āt Asharah)
Tarteel (Mujawwad Recitation)
Discover Our 2026 Hifz Competition
International Hifz Qur'aan Competition 2026 – United Kingdom
Welcome to the official page for the Habib Ul Qur’aan International Hifz Qur’aan Competition 2026, taking place in the United Kingdom. This major international Qur’aan memorisation event brings together Huffaz, Qur’aan students, Qira’ah specialists and reciters from around the world.
Our aim is to rekindle the love of the Qur’aan in hearts and minds through excellence in memorisation, Tafseer, Qira’ah and Tarteel.
Competition Categories
Below are all the categories for Hifz, Tafseer, Qira’ah and Tarteel.
Category A1
Full Hifz (1–30 Juz’)
Max Age 20
For young Huffaz who have memorised all 30 Juz’ of the Qur’an. Judging focuses on accuracy, memorisation strength, page familiarity and overall Tajwīd quality.
Category A2
Full Hifz (1–30 Juz’)
Max Age 21–30
For adult competitors who have completed full Hifz. Designed for older students wishing to compete at an international standard with full Qur’an recall.
Category B
20 Juz'
Max Age 18
For participants who have memorised up to 20 Juz’. Ideal for teens still completing their Hifz journey but confident and strong in their memorisation.
Category C
10 Juz'
Max Age 15
This category supports younger children who have memorised the first 10 Juz’. Great for developing confidence and strengthening early memorisation.
Category D
5 Juz'
Max Age 12
A beginner-level category for children who have memorised the 5 Juz’. Focus on clean recitation, correct Tajwīd and memorisation stability.
Category E
Tafseer (Full Qur’an)
Max Age 40
Participants recite a Qur’an page from memory and provide a brief commentary in Arabic or English based on Tafseer Al-Muyassar. This category highlights memorisation, understanding and communication of Qur’anic meanings.
Category F
Full Qur’an in Any Qira’ah (Dialect)
Max Age 21–30
For advanced students who have memorised the entire Qur’an and recite in any recognised Qira’ah such as Warsh, Qālūn or ad-Dūrī. Judging focuses on mastery of the chosen mode and technical precision.
Category G
Tarteel (Mujawwad Recitation)
Max Age 40
A 10-minute recitation from any place in the Qur’an. Judges assess tone, clarity, emotional delivery, pacing and strong Tajwīd. Ideal for reciters gifted in Tarteel and spiritual expression.
Volunteer Opportunities
If you’re interested, please email us and we will contact you closer to the event date: info@habibulquraan.co.uk
- Registration and participant check-in
- Hall management, ushering and seating
- Traffic management and directing arrivals
- Food management and supervising meal distribution
- Supporting contestants and guiding them between stages
- Hospitality for judges, guests and international competitors
- Assisting families and the public during busy periods
- Airport pick-up and drop-off for international participants
- Coordinating transport for contestants and families where needed
Sponsor and Donation Opportunities
If you’re interested, please email us: info@habibulquraan.co.uk
Sponsors and donors play a vital role in supporting Qur’an memorisation, uplifting young Huffaz and strengthening our community through this blessed event.
Your contribution helps support:
- Venue and technical setup
- Trophies, prizes and gifts for participants
- Logistics and hospitality for guests, judges and international competitors
- Food, refreshments and essential event services
- Media, photography and live streaming
- Transport and accommodation support for international participants
- Overall event development and future Qur’aan initiatives
Whether you choose to sponsor a category or donate any amount for the sake of Allah, your support directly contributes to the success of this international Qur’an competition.
Important: Sponsors will only be shown during breaks.
No sponsor logos or advertising will appear during live recitation or judging, to preserve the sanctity of the Qur’an gathering.
If you would like to sponsor or donate, please email us and our team will guide you through the options.
Hifz Competition Analysis
19+ Countries
Participants from over 19 countries praying
110+ Participants
Over 110 memorises of the Quraan participating
Up to 3 Questions
Tested on 3 questions from any Quranic verse
Hifz Skills Assessment
Judged on hifz, pronunciation and fluency