Qadri started his education at the Christian ‘Sacred Heart School' in Jhang, where he learned English and was exposed to Christianity at an early age.
He learnt under Diya' al-Din al-Madani. He studied Hadith from Muhaddith al-Hijaz. Qadri continued his quest for knowledge early in his life and now he is a canadian citizen.
Qadri studied law at the University of the Punjab, Lahore where he graduated with an LLB in 1974, gaining a Gold Medal for his academic performances.