In Urdu:
* Asar-us-Sanadid: This book, completed in 1854, is a history of the Mughal empire, focusing on the reign of Akbar.
* Tabligh-ul-Islam: A series of essays that sought to explain and defend Islam to a non-Muslim audience.
* Khutbat-e-Ahmadiyya: A collection of speeches and lectures delivered by Sir Syed on various topics related to social reform, education, and Islam.
* Hayat-e-Javed: A biography of his contemporary, Sir Sayyid Ahmad Khan.
* Akhlaq-e-Islam: A book on Islamic ethics.
* Risala-e-Tawhid: A treatise on the Islamic concept of God.
* Maktubat-e-Sir Syed: A collection of his letters.
In English:
* The Mohammedan Educational Conference, 1886-1887: A compilation of Sir Syed's speeches and writings from this period.
* The Loyal Mohammedans of India: A collection of Sir Syed's essays and writings on the need for Muslim loyalty to the British Crown.
* The Life and Teachings of Muhammad: A book written in English that aimed to introduce the Prophet Muhammad to Western readers.
This is not an exhaustive list, but it covers some of the most significant works by Sir Syed. His writings played a significant role in shaping the intellectual and social landscape of British India and continue to be influential in Muslim communities around the world.