Zakat Calculator Web Application
This interactive tool is hosted on its dedicated web application. Click below to launch the app directly.
Launch Zakat Calculator App ↗Comprehensive Guide to Calculating Your Zakat Dues
Zakat is the third pillar of Islam—a mandatory annual purification charity of 2.5% (1/40th) on qualifying wealth held above the Nisab threshold for one full lunar year (Hawl).
What is the Nisab Threshold for Gold and Silver?
Nisab is the minimum qualifying net asset value required before Zakat becomes due:
- Gold Nisab: 87.48 grams (7.5 Tolas) of pure gold.
- Silver Nisab: 612.36 grams (52.5 Tolas) of pure silver.
Assets Included in Zakat Calculation
- Cash & Bank Balances: All cash in hand, savings accounts, checking accounts, fixed deposits, and digital wallets.
- Gold & Silver: Jewelry, coins, and bullion held for personal investment or savings.
- Stocks, Shares & Mutual Funds: Market value of shares held for trading, or underlying net asset value of dividend portfolios.
- Trade Inventory & Business Assets: Wholesale or retail merchandise held for sale.
- Loans Receivable: Money lent out to trustworthy debtors expected to repay.
Eligible Zakat Recipients (The 8 Asnaf in Surah At-Tawbah 9:60)
Quranic law specifies 8 categories eligible to receive Zakat: the poor (Al-Fuqara), the needy (Al-Masakin), Zakat administrators, those whose hearts are to be reconciled, freeing captives, those in debt, in the cause of Allah (Fi Sabilillah), and stranded travelers (Ibn Al-Sabil).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I pay Zakat on my personal house or car?
No. Primary residence, personal vehicles, furniture, clothing, and tools used for daily living are exempt from Zakat.
When is Zakat due?
Zakat is due once every lunar year (354 days) after your net wealth reaches or exceeds the Nisab threshold for the entire period.
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