30-Juz Memorisation
Memorisation of up to 30 juz with core emphasis on correct recitation and quality.
Pasir Mas, Kelantan · Since 2016
Raising a generation of huffaz with character & knowledge.
Memorise 30 juz with correct pronunciation while keeping up with academics, Arabic and English. Join our campus in Kubang Gendang, Pasir Mas.
PERMATA AL‑QURAN Award 2026. Recognised as Best Tahfiz School, East Zone
- juz memorised
- 30
- boys & girls enrolled
- 170
- year founded
- 2016
Achievements
Success built together
Every milestone reflects the dedication of students, teachers and the continuous support of families.
وَلَقَدْ يَسَّرْنَا ٱلْقُرْءَانَ لِلذِّكْرِ فَهَلْ مِن مُّدَّكِرٍ
“And We have certainly made the Qur’an easy for remembrance, so is there any who will remember?”
About Us
Background and foundation
Maahad Tahfiz Al-Quran Abu Bakar was founded in 2016 by Al-Fadhil Ustaz Mohd Hanif bin Hasan Al-Hafiz. Starting in rented premises, MATAB now operates on its own campus on waqf land in Kubang Gendang, Pasir Mas.
Founder
Al-Fadhil Ustaz Mohd Hanif bin Hasan Al-Hafiz
1985
Waqf land
1.15 hectares of land in Kubang Gendang is endowed for Islamic education.
2014
Construction begins
Work starts on a three-storey building on the endowed land.
2016
MATAB is founded
The first memorisation classes begin in rented premises on Jalan Ismail Petra, Tanah Merah.
2017
MATAB Complex completed
The three-storey building is completed, with capacity for 140 students.
Today
Still growing
100 boys in Kubang Gendang and 70 girls at MATAB Lilbanat, Tanah Merah, pursue Quranic and academic studies with us.
Programmes
Integrated education, centred on the Quran
An integrated curriculum balancing Quran memorisation and mainstream academics.
Academics & Islamic Studies
Academic subjects following the KPM syllabus up to SPM and Islamic studies taught alongside hafazan.
Arabic & English
Bilingual guidance supporting comprehension of religious texts and communication skills.
Annual Camp
Annual camp building discipline, leadership and resilience outside the classroom.
Sports & Taekwondo
Sports and martial arts for physical fitness, including 15 taekwondo medals won in 2026.
Why Choose MATAB
The three pillars of our education
Quality of Recitation
Hafazan is rooted in correct recitation. Quality of recitation is always prioritised over sheer speed.
Integrated Knowledge
The Quran, academics and languages are taught together to nurture well-rounded, balanced students.
Character & Discipline
Etiquette, character and personal responsibility are cultivated through daily boarding life.
- juz of hafazan
- 30
- student capacity
- 140
- of waqf land
- 1.15 ha
Campus
MATAB Complex, Kubang Gendang
Our campus sits on quiet waqf land. Its three-storey building houses the classrooms, hostel and surau.
Parents' Voices
Parents' experience with MATAB
Shared with parents' permission, reflecting their genuine experience with MATAB.
“MATAB is very different from other tahfiz schools, because the teachers here place real emphasis on the quality of every student's Quran recitation.”
Puan Azliana binti Alias “Alhamdulillah, I have sent three of my children to MATAB, and alhamdulillah all three completed 30 juz of the Quran with the good guidance of the ustaz here.”
Puan Salmah binti Husin
Teachers & Staff
Our educators and guides
18 teachers and staff at MATAB educate, guide and manage students across both campuses.
Leadership & Administration
Admissions
Admissions process and guidelines
Admissions for the 2027 session are open. We welcome parents who would like to get to know MATAB more closely.
2027 session
Intake details
Applications openCloses December 2026
The monthly fee covers tuition (Quran, academics and Islamic studies) and hostel costs (meals, laundry, utilities and administration).
- Entry age
- 11 to 13 years
- Registration fee
- RM1,000
- Monthly fee
- RM470
- Hostel
- Boys and girls
- Academic curriculum
- KPM syllabus up to SPM
- Visiting hours
- Every two weeks, Friday or Saturday, 3.00 to 6.00 pm
- 1
Initial enquiry
Contact our office via WhatsApp or phone call for current intake details.
- 2
Campus visit & interview
Parents and prospective students visit the campus for an introduction and short interview.
- 3
Recitation assessment
Quran recitation assessment to determine the starting stage of memorisation.
- 4
Official registration
Complete the application form and supporting documents to confirm admission.
Documents to bring
- Copy of the student's birth certificate
- Copy of parent or guardian MyKad
- Two passport-sized photos
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does MATAB accept both boys and girls?
Yes. Boys study at the Kubang Gendang campus in Pasir Mas. Girls study at MATAB Lilbanat on Jalan Ismail Petra, Tanah Merah.
How much are the registration and monthly fees?
The registration fee is RM1,000 and the monthly fee is RM470, covering tuition and hostel. Tuition covers Quran classes, academics and Islamic studies. Hostel costs cover meals, laundry, utilities and administration.
What is the age requirement?
Full-time students are accepted at 11 to 13 years of age. Admissions for the 2027 session are open until December 2026.
Does MATAB provide hostel accommodation?
Yes. The boys' hostel is at the Kubang Gendang campus in Pasir Mas, and the girls' hostel is at MATAB Lilbanat in Tanah Merah. Meals and laundry are included in the monthly fee.
What is the system of study at MATAB?
Students memorise the Quran up to 30 juz with correct pronunciation, and follow academic lessons on the KPM syllabus up to SPM, alongside Islamic studies, Arabic and English.
Can I visit the campus before enrolling?
Yes. Contact us on WhatsApp to arrange a date and time for your visit.
When are visiting hours, and when do students go home?
Visits are every two weeks, on a Friday or Saturday, from 3.00 to 6.00 pm. For the holiday and home-leave schedule, contact our office.
How can I make a donation?
Donations can be made directly to MATAB's Bank Islam account, account name MAAHAD TAHFIZ AL-QURAN ABU BAKAR KUBANG GENDANG, account number 03054010040263, or by scanning the DuitNow QR code in the Donate section. For waqf, please contact our office.
Alumni
After khatam, the journey continues
Memorising 30 juz is only the beginning. Meet MATAB's class of 2025 and see where they are heading.
- huffaz completed 30 juz
- 60
- continue their studies
- 100%
- boys & girls enrolled
- 170
“If you cannot bring yourself to obey, do not kill your faith with sin.”
“Trying to learn as many new things as I can.”
“Striving to be someone who obeys the law and the religion of Allah.”
Envision your child on this path of excellence?
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Daily life at the maahad
A glimpse of the learning, worship and recreation spaces at the MATAB complex.
Quran & Worship
4 photos
Surau Quran Recitation Quran Memorisation Revision Circles
Learning
3 photos
Academic Classes Robotics Competition Student Programmes
Recreation & Co-curriculum
3 photos
Martial Arts Recreation Co-curriculum
Campus
2 photos
Three-Storey Building The Campus from Above
News & Articles
Latest news and updates
Achievements, announcements and student activities at Maahad Tahfiz Al-Quran Abu Bakar inside and outside the classroom.
AnnouncementAdmissions
New student admissions are now open
8 photosAchievement
MATAB students win 15 medals at Malaysia Best of Taekwondo Fighter 2026
On day two of the championship, 15 August 2026, MATAB students won 5 gold, 5 silver and 5 bronze medals in individual sparring. Congratulations to all.
Donate
Help raise a generation of huffaz
Your infak and waqf contributions help provide learning facilities, conducive hostels and welfare support for tahfiz students.
Bank transfer
- Bank
- Bank Islam
- Account name
- MAAHAD TAHFIZ AL-QURAN ABU BAKAR KUBANG GENDANG
- Account number
- 0305 4010 0402 63
Scan DuitNow QR
Scan with your banking app. Payee name: Maahad Tahfiz Abu Bakar (Bank Islam).
For waqf or a donation receipt, please contact our office.
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Official enquiry channels
Fill in a few short details, then send them to us on WhatsApp.
Register your child's interest for the 2027 session.
See the campus before you register.
Your donation supports the studies of MATAB's tahfiz students.
You can donate to MATAB by bank transfer or DuitNow QR.
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Visits & directions
Maahad Tahfiz Al-Quran Abu Bakar Kubang GendangLot 1957, Mukim Kubang Gendang, 17060 Pasir Mas, Kelantan
Maahad Tahfiz Al-Quran Abu Bakar (Lilbanat)D 402, Jalan Ismail Petra, 17500 Tanah Merah, Kelantan
Student visiting hours
Every two weeks, Friday or Saturday, 3.00 to 6.00 pm