73 judges from different provinces are officiating the event at this stage which includes a total of 390 performances in men's and women's categories. 

Winners will make it to the final round of the competition slated to be held in the final days of the Iranian month of Azar (Nov. 22 – December 21) with the exact date yet to be determined.

Final winners will represent Iran in international Quran competitions.

The Islamic Republic of Iran’s National Quran Competition is annually held by the Awqaf and Charity Affairs Organization with the participation of top Quran activists from across the country. The categories of the contest include memorization, recitation, and interpretation of the Holy Quran.

It is aimed at discovering Quranic talents and promoting Quranic activities in society.

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