The origin of Nadwatut Tameer is closely connected with the life and mission of the great saint of the age and visionary Islamic thinker, Hazrat Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA). While striving to implement the multifaceted programmes of Hazrat Maulana Hussain Ahmad Madani (RA), he faced strong opposition from some leading workers of Jamiat. As a result, he eventually had to give up the position of General Secretary.

However, Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA) remained unwavering in his commitment to the mission of Hazrat Madani (RA). Even without holding any official position, he continued to work sincerely for six years for the cause of Islam and the community.

Considering the need for proper implementation of Jamiat Ulama's programmes, the strong demand of the Muslim masses, and the practical needs of the region, he founded Talimi Jamaat on 22 February 1963.

Hazrat Shaykh (RA) regarded religious education (Ta'lim) as one of the most important responsibilities of the organization. For this reason, the organization was named Talimi Jamaat. With its establishment, a new ray of hope appeared for the Muslims of the North-Eastern region. This day remains an important milestone in the Islamic history of the region.

From the very beginning, Talimi Jamaat introduced several important programmes, including:

On 22 May 1963, an eleven-member committee was formed with Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA) appointed as an advisor. The committee included many prominent former Jamiat workers.

The historic committee consisted of:

As the activities of the organization expanded, the need for a Majlis-e-Shura (consultative council) was felt. Therefore, on 27 June 1963, a seven-member Shura council was formed. The members were:

To strengthen organizational work further, a sixteen-member executive committee was also formed.

After the establishment of Talimi Jamaat, the workers actively engaged themselves in spreading the message of Sunnah, removing innovations (bid'ah), and implementing the organization's programmes. The initiative received overwhelming support from the general public.

During the last ten days of Ramadan, the distinguished spiritual personality Hazrat Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA)—a khalifa of Hazrat Maulana Hussain Ahmad Madani (RA)—used to organize Khanqah gatherings at Alakulipur Mosque. The Majlis-e-Shura meetings of the organization were also held there.

Workers received training in this Khanqah and then travelled to different areas to spread the mission of the organization. As a result, the activities of Idara-e-Ta'lim wa Tanzim expanded rapidly and gained widespread recognition.

On 20 January 1966, the organization was renamed Assam Nadwatut Tameer. At the same time, the Talimi Jamaat committee was dissolved and a new executive committee was formed, with Hazrat Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA) appointed as President.

Hazrat Shaykh (RA) also announced final examinations for Sabahi Maktabs, class divisions, and preparation of textbooks. Some opponents tried to spread the misconception that introducing classes, examinations, and textbooks would turn Sabahi Maktabs into regular schools. However, the Muslims of the region firmly supported the Shaykh's vision.

As a result, Sabahi Maktabs in many areas received Nadwa's recognition, and the Maktab final examination system was introduced. In 1971, final examinations were conducted across Assam on the same date—a tradition that continues even today.

In 1971, textbooks titled Primary Deeni Shikkha (Part 1 and Part 2) were prepared for Sabahi Maktabs. Some critics mocked these books, but over time many of those same critics later adopted similar systems themselves.

Through his remarkable leadership and organizational skills, Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA) successfully established a disciplined religious organization despite strong opposition and limited resources. Relying solely on faith in Allah, he initiated a remarkable Islamic awakening in the North-Eastern region.

Opponents attempted to create confusion regarding the word "Nadwa." They wrongly associated it with Abu Jahl and attempted to mislead people. In reality, the institution historically connected with Abu Jahl was Darun Nadwa, which had originally been founded by Qusay ibn Kilab, the fifth ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). For centuries it served important community functions.

The word "Nadwa" has also been used by many respected Islamic institutions such as Nadwatul Ulama, Nadwatul Islam, and Nadwatul Azkar. Even Maulana Abul Kalam Azad edited a magazine named An-Nadwa. Therefore, the criticism regarding the name had no historical or scholarly basis.

Despite such propaganda, Nadwa continued to gain increasing support from the Muslim community.

On 27 Ramadan 1393 AH (October 1973), a reorganized executive committee of Assam Nadwa was formed with:

The activities of Nadwa created a significant Islamic revival across Assam. As the demand for similar work increased in neighboring states, the organization was renamed North East India Nadwatut Tameer in 1974.

The word Nadwatut Tameer literally refers to an organization working towards the establishment and development of an Emarat (Islamic leadership structure). Through sustained efforts, the groundwork for such an institution was gradually prepared.

On that occasion, Hazrat Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA) was appointed as the Ameer-e-Shariat of the region.

After the establishment of the Emarat, several institutional initiatives were undertaken, including the development of Baitul Mal and Darul Qaza.

Since the objectives of Nadwa and Emarat were essentially the same, both organizations were merged in 1984, and the institution became known as North East India Emarat-e-Shariah and Nadwatut Tameer.

The organization was officially registered with the government earlier in 1973–74, and after the merger it was registered again in 1990–91.

Through its wide-ranging programmes, North East India Emarat-e-Shariah and Nadwatut Tameer has played a transformative role in the entire North-Eastern region. Today it is recognized as one of the leading Islamic organizations in the country.

The objectives for which Hazrat Maulana Abdul Jalil Choudhury (RA) founded this organization have been largely realized. Nadwa's campaign against innovations has significantly reduced many harmful practices, while its educational and social initiatives have strengthened the implementation of Islamic values in society.

Today, the reputation of the organization has spread widely, and its contribution to the overall development and welfare of Muslims in North-East India remains highly significant.