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Currently located at Central Road (Shaheed Buddhijibi Munir Chowdhury Sarak), Dhaka-1205, Ideal College traces its origins back to 1969, on the eve of the mass uprising in East Pakistan. At a time when the Bengali nation was largely deprived of proper educational opportunities, a remarkable educational institution named Adarsha College was founded with the aim of expanding education among the neglected population.
The realization of this noble initiative was made possible through the tireless efforts and unwavering dedication of a small group of educated, wise, selfless, and noble individuals of the time. This institution, originally called Adarsha College, was later renamed Ideal College in keeping with the demands of the era, carrying forward the torch of knowledge.
Under the strong leadership of the eminent Professor Dr. Shahadat Sheikh of the prestigious University of Dhaka—often referred to as the Oxford of the East—and with the combined efforts of several education-minded teachers, doctors, and local residents, the college was established. In its earliest days, a local education enthusiast and generous figure, Mr. Khalek, offered his residence at 11 Central Road for the beginning of Adarsha College’s journey.
Distinguished members of the community at the time—teachers, students, local residents, guardians, and the general public—played a significant role in moving the college forward. Initially, the college operated both a day shift and an evening shift. The evening shift was dedicated exclusively to the study of Law.
During that time, an open-minded, benevolent, and courageous local resident of 10 Central Road, later known as the owner of Nazu Motors in Katabon, the late Bir Muktijoddha (Freedom Fighter) Nazir Hossain Nazu, proposed the introduction of all subjects in both the day and evening shifts. He assured full cooperation and support for this initiative. However, due to the fragile national situation, the financial burden of hiring additional teachers, and other complications, the decision could not be implemented at that time.
Following Bangladesh’s Liberation War, on January 4, 1973, classes in a limited number of subjects were introduced, and later, after several years, the college expanded to include all subjects. The Law program, however, continued successfully for many years, producing many graduates who went on to achieve distinction in the country’s legal profession.
After the 1969 mass uprising, the property at 65 Central Road—which housed the Karim Rubber Industries business—came under the control of the Government of Bangladesh. At that time, with the joint efforts of the local community, notable figures including M.A. Malek, Nazu, Abu Sayeed, Montu, Khosru, Hossain, as well as teachers, students, and staff, the college was relocated to the premises at 65 Central Road. After operating there for some time, the college authority acquired a government lease for the building.
Later, Ideal College was permanently established at this location, and in the late 1990s, using its own funds, the college authority purchased the property and land from the government outright.
Over the years, the college has at times faced financial crises. On many occasions, teachers and students even had to recruit new students by visiting different parts of Dhaka city, including Old Dhaka, as well as rural areas across the country. Yet, Ideal College was never left without support. Students from Old Dhaka, in particular, played a significant role in its enrollment growth. Through the generosity of well-wishers and the cooperation of the government, the college successfully overcame complex and difficult circumstances.
By persevering through such challenges, the institution now stands tall in its own glory.
Initially, as mentioned, the college operated both day and evening shifts, with the evening shift dedicated solely to Law. For many years, the Law program was delivered successfully, earning the institution considerable acclaim in Bangladesh’s academic and legal circles.
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