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Keeping the lamp of Persian learning lit.
The Institute of Indo-Persian Studies is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organisation that promotes the cause of Persian learning in India and abroad. Its conferences, schools and talks give scholars and students a home for the Indo-Persian heritage.
Est. 2013
About the institute
Welcome to the Institute of Indo-Persian Studies
The Institute of Indo-Persian Studies is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organisation to promote the cause of Persian learning in India and abroad.
Founded in 2013 by young scholars of Persian, and registered under the West Bengal Society Registration Act of 1961, it has since worked with the India International Centre, the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, The Asiatic Society, Kolkata, embassies and universities to host international conferences, schools and workshops.
The organisation provides a platform to Persian scholars, intellectuals and academicians to promote and preserve the Indo-Persian cultural heritage in India, and aims to build a congenial ambience for Persian scholars.
- International conferences and seminars
- Persian summer and winter schools
- Talks, webinars and book launches
- Work with universities, embassies and cultural centres
10+
years of Persian learning
9
international conferences
4
Persian summer & winter schools
7
cities, in India and Afghanistan
Conferences & seminars
Where Persian scholarship meets
International gatherings on the poets, mystics and ideas that join India, Iran and Central Asia — each with its full programme.
Ten years · 2024
A decade of Persian excellence
As we commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Institute of Indo-Persian Studies, we celebrate a decade of remarkable achievements in the field of Persian language and literature.
The institute has been a beacon of knowledge, fostering research, education and cultural exchange. Through its dedicated faculty, innovative programmes and invaluable contributions, it has played a pivotal role in preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Persian culture — from academic endeavours to community outreach, bridging India and Iran and strengthening the bonds of friendship and understanding.
Summer & winter schools
Schools of Persian, across India
IIPS provides board and lodging, books and the services of teachers to enhance the proficiency of Persian language and deepen the understanding of Indo-Persian literature and culture. IIPS also fosters fraternity among Persian learners of India and abroad to keep the lamp of Persian learning lit and bright.
The institute
Office bearers
The scholars who lead the institute’s work.
Syed Akhtar Husain
President
Arshadul Quadri
Vice President
Mahmood Alam
General Secretary
Golam Moinuddin
Secretary
Nadeem Akhtar
Joint Secretary
Sheikh Abdullah
Treasurer
Khalid Md Zubair
Joint Treasurer
Latest · Symposium
Towards Understanding Iran
A symposium with Professor Syed Akhtar Husain, Mr Ashok Kumar Pandey, Dr Deepika Saraswat, Professor Mohammad Saleem, Dr Sima Baidya and Dr Fariduddin Farid Asr, Cultural Counsellor of the Iran Culture House.
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Join the conversation on Persian learning.
Write to us about our conferences, summer and winter schools, talks and publications — scholars, students and institutions are always welcome.