About Saifia Hamidia Unani Tibbiya College
Saifia Hamidia Unani Tibbiya College was established in 1962 by the Unani Tibbi Education Society, Burhanpur, with the vision of promoting excellence in Unani medical education, healthcare, and research. The institution was named in honour of two distinguished personalities: the late Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan Alhaj Hakeem Abdul Hameed Saheb (R.A.), Founder Trustee of the Hamdard National Foundation and Founder Chancellor of Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, and the late Dr Syedna Taher Saifuddin Saheb (R.A.), the revered spiritual leader of the Dawoodi Bohra community.
The College offers high-quality medical education, comprehensive clinical training, and research opportunities aimed at competent, ethical, and compassionate healthcare professionals. Its attached teaching hospital provides accessible and affordable healthcare services to the community through specialised Unani treatments and holistic patient care.
It is the first Unani medical college established in the city of Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh. The institution has earned a distinguished reputation for academic excellence and professional development. The vibrant academic and clinical environment inspires students, researchers, and healthcare professionals alike.
The College is proud of its highly qualified and experienced faculty, spacious lecture halls, well-equipped laboratories, departmental museums, a well-stocked library, modern teaching facilities, and a fully functional teaching hospital. These facilities provide an ideal environment for learning, research, and patient care.
The institution is recognised by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, New Delhi, and is affiliated with the Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University (MPMSU), Jabalpur.
Located on State Highway No. 27 (Khandwa Road, Burhanpur), just outside the historic fortified city of Burhanpur, the College campus spans a spacious area and features modern infrastructure and academic facilities. The institution is dedicated to imparting comprehensive knowledge of the Unani System of Medicine, encompassing both its classical principles and contemporary advancements, while integrating relevant aspects of modern medical science.
With a legacy spanning more than six decades, Saifia Hamidia Unani Tibbiya College and Saeeda Hospital & Research Centre continue to contribute significantly to the advancement of Unani medicine, medical education, research, and public health. Guided by the principles of knowledge, service, integrity, and innovation, the institution remains committed to shaping future generations of Unani physicians and healthcare leaders.