The historical growth phases of Hyderabad city, Characterized by distinct historical, political and administrative changes, can be classified in to

SIX major phases

1. The Fort City of Golconda Phase/the Early Qutb- Shahi Phase (Extending from 13th Century to A.D. 1591)
2. The Later Qutub Shahi Phase/the Parly Twin Pity (Hvrleraharh Phase (A.D. 1 1591 to 1687)
3. The Tarly Asat Jahi Phase/The Second Twin City (Secunderabad) Phase (A.D. 1724 to 1874)
4. Emergence of Modern City/Later A saf Jahi Phase (A.D, 1874-1948)
5. The Pre-Economic Reforms Phase/ the Metropolitan Phase (A.D. 1948-1991)
6. The Post Globalisation Phase/Contemporary Megapolis Phase (From A.D. 1991 onwards)