Islamic Channels on Nilesat: Full Frequency Guide
Nilesat at 7° West carries an extensive range of Islamic and religious channels, available free-to-air across the Arab world and parts of Europe. From Quran recitation to Islamic educational programming, these channels serve millions of viewers daily. Below is a comprehensive listing of the major Islamic channels currently broadcasting on Nilesat.
Islamic Channel Frequency Table — Nilesat 7°W
| Channel | Frequency (MHz) | Polarization | Symbol Rate (Ks/s) | FEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iqraa TV | 11938 | Horizontal | 27500 | 3/4 |
| Huda TV (English) | 11727 | Horizontal | 27500 | 3/4 |
| Al Quran Al Kareem | 11804 | Horizontal | 27500 | 3/4 |
| Al Rahma TV | 11881 | Horizontal | 27500 | 3/4 |
| Majd TV (Islamic) | 12015 | Vertical | 27500 | 3/4 |
| Al Nas TV | 11881 | Horizontal | 27500 | 3/4 |
All channels listed above are free-to-air (FTA) unless otherwise noted. Frequencies may change — run a fresh auto-scan periodically to update your channel list.
About the Major Islamic Channels
Iqraa TV
One of the oldest and most respected Islamic satellite channels in the Arab world, Iqraa broadcasts educational religious programming, Quran recitation, lectures, and family content. It is part of the Arab Radio and Television (ART) network and has been on air since the 1990s.
Huda TV
Huda TV is a prominent English-language Islamic channel based in Egypt. It broadcasts Islamic lectures, Quran lessons, fatwa programs, and dawah content aimed at English-speaking Muslim audiences globally. It is fully free-to-air on Nilesat.
Al Quran Al Kareem
Dedicated exclusively to Quran recitation and Tajweed teaching, Al Quran Al Kareem channel broadcasts beautiful recitations from renowned reciters around the clock. Ideal for households wishing to maintain a Quranic atmosphere.
Al Rahma TV
An Egyptian Islamic channel featuring daily religious programs, Islamic talk shows, prayers, and spiritual content for Arab viewers. Broadcast free-to-air on multiple transponders.
How to Find Religious Channels on Your Receiver
- Navigate to Auto Scan on your satellite receiver.
- Select Nilesat 7°W as the satellite.
- Run a full blind scan or use the Nilesat NIT (Network Information Table) for automatic population.
- After the scan, your receiver will populate all available channels including free-to-air Islamic channels.
- Use the Category Filter or Channel Edit option to group religious channels together for easy access.
Tips for Organizing Religious Channels
- Use your receiver's Favourite List feature to create a dedicated "Islamic Channels" group.
- Many modern receivers support channel genre tagging — tag religious channels for quick filtering.
- If a channel has moved frequency, check official broadcaster websites or frequency database resources for the updated transponder.