Madinah vs Indo-Pak mushaf: what’s the difference?
The Madinah mushaf (604 pages) uses the Uthmani script printed by the King Fahd Complex. The Indo-Pak mushaf (610 pages) uses a Nastaleeq-influenced script common in South Asia, with different spelling marks and page breaks. NearMasjid has both, page for page; switch under Mushaf style in reader settings.
At a glance
| Madinah mushaf | Indo-Pak mushaf | |
|---|---|---|
| Pages | 604 | 610 |
| Script | Uthmani (King Fahd Complex) | South Asian Naskh / Nastaleeq style |
| Common in | Arab world, worldwide | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, UK South Asian communities |
Switching in NearMasjid
- Open the Quran tab and any surah.
- Tap reader settings (the A button).
- Under Mushaf style, choose Madinah or Indo-Pak.
The script and page breaks change, so page numbers match the printed copy you know.
Translation and tafsir
Mushaf pages match the printed copy, so translation appears in Continuous reading mode. See Kanzul Iman translation.
Read the mushaf you learned from
NearMasjid has the 604-page Madinah and 610-page Indo-Pak mushafs, with recitation audio and bookmarks.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Quran text different?
No. The words are the same; the script style, spelling conventions, markings and page layout differ.
Which one should I read?
The one you are used to. Many people who learned in South Asia, or memorise using an Indo-Pak copy, find it easier to read.