Orders and Honors of Khandaan e Ustaad & Imam University Zangipur

The following distinctions comprise five of the highest-ranking awards conferred by Khandaan e Ustaad and Imam University Zangipur, along with one academic honor. These recognitions are presented to individuals whose contributions have significantly advanced the Shia community through scholarship, leadership, service, humanitarian efforts, religious guidance, cultural preservation, and academic excellence. 

List of Highest Ranking Honorary Individual Awards

1. The Supreme Grand Order of the Imam 

Initials- SGOI

Highest Distinction

Awarded to individuals whose lifetime achievements have had an extraordinary and lasting impact on the Shia community at a national or international level.

Eligibility

• Distinguished religious leaders, Renowned scholars and intellectuals

• Individuals with outstanding lifetime service to the community

2. Imperial Order of Ustaad 

Initials- IOU

Second Highest Distinction

Awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, scholarship, education, or community service.

Eligibility

• Senior educators and academics, Community leaders

• Philanthropists, Social reformers

• Distinguished professionals serving the community

3. Order of Excellence

Initials- OE

Third Highest Distinction

Awarded for outstanding achievements and exceptional service in various fields benefiting society and the Shia community.

Eligibility

• Educators and researchers

• Social workers

• Scholars, Orators, Community leaders

• Philanthropists, Social reformers

4. Order of Eminence

Initials- OEM

Religious Distinction

Awarded to religious scholars and speakers who have dedicated themselves to the propagation and preservation of the teachings of Ahlul Bayt (A.S.).

Eligibility

• Ulama

• Maulanas, Khateebs, Zakirs

• Islamic scholars

• Religious educators

• Preachers and guides

5. Order of Literature

Initials- ol

Literary and Cultural Distinction

Awarded to individuals who have enriched and preserved the literary, poetic, and cultural heritage of the followers of Ahlul Bayt (A.S.).

Eligibility

• Poets, Shayar-e-Ahlul Bayt

• Nauhakhawns, Marsiyakhawns

• Authors

• Researchers

• Literary scholars, Historians

Academic honor

Sword of Legacy (SOL)

Alumni Honor of Imam University Zangipur

The Sword of Legacy is ceremonially presented to graduates of Imam University Zangipur upon successful completion of their academic studies.

Purpose

• To symbolize the continuation of knowledge and service

• To recognize academic achievement

• To affirm commitment to the values of faith, scholarship, and leadership

• To welcome graduates into the University's distinguished alumni body

Eligibility

• Graduates of Imam University Zangipur

• Recipients of approved academic qualifications from the University