Ince Minareli Madrasa was constructed between the dates 1260-65 and is a work of architect Koluk bin Abdullah whose name is inscribed as "Amel-i Koluk bin Abdullah inside of the two symmetrical rosettes on the portal. This building was used as a theological school (Dar'ul Hadis) in the Seljukid period. Karatay Madrasa falls into the group of enclosed-madrasas. Behind the portal is a square vaulted . vestibule leading to the central square topped . with a comprising perforated dome below which is a central pool. There are domed square rooms on the two sides of an iwan flanking . the central space on the west and small student cells are placed on the northern and southern sides of the central domed hall.