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History

Responding to the call and understanding of the formidable challenges that may have to be faced in the future, Prof. K.A. Siddique Hassan, (a social worker, change-maker and orator from Kerala who worked as a Professor in University College Thiruvananthapuram and Maharaja's College, Ernakulam), shared the idea of establishing an educational cluster to facilitate the upliftment of minority community with likeminded people including philanthropists, educationalist, and social engineers.

In pursuance of this, a series of meetings were convened and it was resolved that a charitable trust namely Social Advancement Foundation of India (SAFI) should be set up for the purpose of creating the leaders in different fields and promoting higher education and research in emerging areas of science, technology and humanities.

The pioneers of trust include the founder chairman Prof. K.A. Jaleel (Former Vice Chancellor, University of Calicut and Chairman, Kerala State Wakf Board), the founder secretary Dr. K.V. Ahamed Bavappa, (a prominent agronomist and a former official of the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations), the founder treasurer Dr. P. Mohamed Ali popularly known as GALFAR Mohamed Ali (recipient of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman award). Founder Vice Chairman Dr. N.A. Karim, (former Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Kerala), Prof. K.M. Bahaudin, (Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University and the Executive Director of the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration, New Delhi). Joint Secretary Mr. C.H. Abdul Raheem, (chartered accountant by profession and Executive Director at KIMS Healthcare Management), and K.V. Mohamed Zakir as Member. 617 benefactors contributed monetary support for the procurement of 100+ acres of land to set up an institute of Advanced Study as a conglomeration of schools specialization in Frontier areas of Research.

The first venture of trust is the establishment of SAFI Institute of Advanced Study (Autonomous) and dedicated the nation on 29 th august 2005.

At present the institution is under the chairmanship of Padma Shri Dr. Azad Moopan, and other leading individuals Mr. Ahammed P.K., Mr. Mehaboob M.A., Dr. Amir Ahmed and Mr. Kunhi Mohammed C.P, Mr. Ameer Ahamed, Dr. Abdussalam Ahmad, Mr. K.V. Abdul Azeez and Ms. Khadeeja Z. Mohamed Ali.

ABOUT COLLEGE

SAFI Institute of Advanced Study (Autonomous) is a prestigious Higher Education Institution located in the state of Kerala, India. It was founded in 2005 by the Social Advancement Foundation of India (SAFI), a renowned Charitable Trust. The institute offers a wide range of undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs in various fields such as Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, and Media studies. Affiliated to the University of Calicut, SAFI Institute of Advanced Study is recognized by the Government of Kerala and the University Grants Commission (UGC) under section 2(f). Additionally, it holds accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an impressive A++ grade (3.54). The institute has also been granted Minority status by the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions, Government of India. The institution's primary commitment lies in serving economically disadvantaged, socially underprivileged, and needy students. Its sprawling campus spans over 100 acres of land and boasts a built-up area of more than 2 lakh square feet. Situated in the socially and educationally backward region of Malappuram District, the campus is located approximately 22 kilometers away from Calicut City, towards Calicut Airport. The serene and picturesque environment of the campus contributes to a conducive learning atmosphere.

SAFI Institute of Advanced Study (Autonomous) is a partly residential campus that accommodates both male and female students, providing them with necessary amenities to foster a healthy cosmopolitan atmosphere. The institute aims to foster total personality development and cultivate talents capable of assuming leadership roles and making significant contributions in all areas of life.