Often regarded as the official font for writing Urdu language, Jameel Noori Nastaleeq is a must have Urdu font for any device using Urdu script. It was the first digital Urdu font created for computer screens in 1981 by Pakistani font designer and calligrapher Mirza Ahmad Jameel. Known for its dynamic thickness and elegant Nastaliq style, this font blends traditional Perso-Arabic script with a modern touch. Jameel Noori Nastaleeq revolutionized the Urdu on digital displays and desktop publishing. It became the default font in InPage Urdu software and is extensively used in newspapers, magazines, educational materials, and the printing industry. The Unicode version of the font can be installed on any device that supports the TrueType font format.
This font boasts 428 characters and an extensive 25,269 glyph count. It works seamlessly with Urdu, Punjabi, Kashmeri, Persian, and other langauges written in Perso-Arabic script, Moreover, this standard Urdu font is compatible with the latest Unicode standards, including Arabic, Presentation Forms-A, and Arabic Presentation Forms-B, and complies with various modern design needs. It is available in two weights: one with regular Nastaleeq style and the other with Kasheeda enhanced Nastaleeq.
- Jameel Noori Nastaleeq Regular
- Jameel Noori Nastaleeq Kasheeda
Jameel Noori Nastaleeq is the true face of Urdu that captures attention with its thick and changing strokes. Its flowing lines and curves reflect the beauty of the Nastaliq script, ensuring readability and clarity despite its formal appearance. Although best suited for short texts due to its intricate design, this font finds its place in branding, advertising, publishing, invitations, and more, where its unique style adds a touch of elegance and tradition.
Due to its tall and vertical style, regular version Jameel Noori Nastaleeq is not suitable for short headings and cannot be fixed in horizontal shapes. Kasheeda version can be used to some extent but its better to go with Alqalam Alvi Nastaleeq. The upgraded version of Nastaliq font is Noto Nastaliq Urdu which is developed under Google Noto Project. You can also check our detailed assessment on Jameel Noori Nastaleeq Kasheeda for better understanding and you can download it separately as well.
