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The Institute Of Ismaili Studies

Also known as: Iis

The objects of the Institute are to assist in the advancement of education and learning. Its aims include to encourage, extend, increase, disseminate and promote knowledge of, and to promote, conduct and support research into the religious, spiritual and cultural heritage of the Shia Imami Ismaili Tariqah of Islam and to conduct and support research of other religious faiths, beliefs or practices.

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the Institute are to assist in the advancement of education and learning. Its aims include to encourage, extend, increase, disseminate and promote knowledge of, and to promote, conduct and support research into the religious, spiritual and cultural heritage of the Shia Imami Ismaili Tariqah of Islam and to conduct and support research of other religious faiths, beliefs or practices.

Grants

The Institute Of Ismaili Studies makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2025)
£21,389,457
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
education and training

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Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£21,353,610
Latest Expenditure
£21,389,457

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 100.2%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £21,320,688
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £32,922

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £21,389,457
Raising Funds £0
Governance £195,296
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£21,353,610
£21,389,457£21,389,457£985,535£985,435136 / 36
2024
£19,749,155
£20,441,953£20,441,953£1,021,382£1,021,282141 / 33
2023
£18,468,327
£19,473,385£19,473,385£1,714,180£1,714,180130 / 27
2022
£18,580,307
£17,592,147£17,592,147£2,719,238£0125 / 31
2021
£15,694,051
£15,638,580£15,638,580£1,731,078£0124 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Institute Of Ismaili Studies

What does The Institute Of Ismaili Studies do?

The objects of the Institute are to assist in the advancement of education and learning. Its aims include to encourage, extend, increase, disseminate and promote knowledge of, and to promote, conduct and support research into the religious, spiritual and cultural heritage of the Shia Imami Ismaili Tariqah of Islam and to conduct and support research of other religious faiths, beliefs or practices.

How much income did The Institute Of Ismaili Studies report in 2025?

The Institute Of Ismaili Studies reported total income of £21.35m and reported expenditure of £21.39m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Institute Of Ismaili Studies registered as a charity?

The Institute Of Ismaili Studies was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 July 2018 as charity number 1179135. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Institute Of Ismaili Studies?

The Institute Of Ismaili Studies is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Institute Of Ismaili Studies operate?

The Institute Of Ismaili Studies operates across 2 areas: Tajikistan and England.

Is The Institute Of Ismaili Studies a registered charity?

Yes — The Institute Of Ismaili Studies is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179135.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
10 July 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5120879
Charity Number
1179135

Trustees

His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan
Also governs 1 other charity
Karina Govindji

Also Known As

  • Iis

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