اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is excellent to recite before starting your exams, after completing your preparation, or even during the exam itself if you have a moment of calm. It's about seeking Allah's blessings on your knowledge and your efforts.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely, with full conviction in Allah's ability to grant you what you ask for. Raise your hands if you are able, as is the Sunnah when making dua. Focus on the meaning of the words, asking for knowledge that is truly beneficial and deeds that are accepted.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua asks for three crucial elements for success, both in this life and the next. 'Beneficial knowledge' directly relates to your studies, asking Allah to make what you've learned useful and accurate. 'Pure provision' is broader but can encompass the sustenance that allows you to study and live. 'Acceptable deeds' ensures that your hard work and the outcome of your exams are pleasing to Allah, regardless of the worldly grade.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "No one is born as a newborn but he is upon Al-Fitrah. Then his parents make him a Jew, or a Zoroastrian, or a Magian. Then he said: 'Allah said: 'It is the nature of Allah, in which He created mankind. No change let there be to the creation of Allah. That is the right religion, but most of mankind know not.' (Ar-Rum: 30). And he said: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and acceptable deeds)."