The interior consists of a single prayer hall, divided into three longitudinal bays, each running parallel to the Qibla wall.

It is adorned with three decorative spires, known locally as "brangh," situated at the ridge ends of the roof.

During the Kashmir unrest, particularly between the 1990s and 2016, Jamia Masjid Sopore served as a gathering place for political dissent against Indian rule.

[3][2][4] According to local historical references, Jamia Masjid Sopore was constructed during the reign of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in the latter part of the 17th century.

The mosque has undergone substantial modifications in recent years to adapt to modern needs, yet it retains much of its traditional architectural charm.