Muftiate in the Ottoman Empire (Provincial Organization)

The Ottoman Empire ruled for about six centuries. During this period, we see that some institutions developed and some professions in the functioning were formalized. Muftiate was one of these institutions. In this study, the author analyzes the provincial organization of the muftiate, which belonged to the ilmiye class, by analyzing the data obtained from archival materials and reaches details such as the term of office of the provincial mufti, their appointment and resignation. By interpreting this information, the author has tried to provide a holistic approach to the provincial muftis.