Pabna Zilla School was initially established between 1836 and 1840 as an Anglo-Vernacular institution known as Hardinge School. Babu Digombor Saha founded the school. On November 1, 1853, the school transitioned into a government-funded public school and was officially renamed Pabna Zilla School. Its Muslim Boarding Hall opened in 1899 with funding from notable figures like the Nawab of Dhaka.
Renowned Alumni
- Fazle Hasan Abed - Founder of BRAC, one of the world's largest NGOs.
- Jagadish Chandra Bose - Pioneering scientist and polymath (also an alumnus in his early years).
- Mohammed Fazle Rabbee - Distinguished cardiologist and intellectual martyr.
- Abdullah Abu Sayeed - Renowned writer, television presenter, and activist.
- Bande Ali Mia - Celebrated poet.
