Alhaj Mosharref Hossain was born on January 07, 1940 in a respectable Muslim family at Chhagalnaya, Feni. He had his schooling in the local educational institutions.

Alhaj Mosharref Hossain is one of the leading businessmen of the country, especially in trading. He is the Proprietor of M. H. Traders, a renowned business house engaged in paper trading. Apart from being a businessman of repute, he is also a prominent personality in Bangladesh. He is also a Director of Toka Ink (BD) Ltd. and Managing Director of Bulbul Printers. He is the Founder and Director of Hossainya Hefje Quran Madrasa & Atimkhana, Chhagalnaya, Feni.