Discover the Zakat you owe on gold, silver, cash, business, and more in just minutes.
Zakat is an important pillar of Islam. It is a fixed portion of your wealth given to help the needy. You must pay it on cash, gold, silver, and business assets that meet the minimum nisab.
Official Nisab (2026): Rs. 503,529
Total Zakat Payable:
| Asset / Liability | Amount (in PKR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gold (grams) | 50 g → 840,000 PKR | Current market value of gold |
| Silver (grams) | 300 g → 56,000 PKR | Current market value of silver |
| Cash in bank / wallet | 5,000 USD → 1,400,000 PKR | Total available cash |
| Business Inventory | 2,000 USD → 560,000 PKR | Market value of goods for sale |
| Investments (stocks, crypto) | 500 USD → 140,000 PKR | Optional, include if zakatable |
| Total Assets | 2,996,000 PKR | Sum of all assets |
| Debts / Liabilities | 1,500 USD → 420,000 PKR | Subtract outstanding debts |
| Net Zakatable Wealth | 2,576,000 PKR | Assets minus debts |
| Zakat (2.5%) | 64,400 PKR | 2.5% of net zakatable wealth |
Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth you must have before Zakat becomes obligatory.
Yes. You subtract debts and liabilities from your total wealth before calculating Zakat. Only the remaining amount is zakatable.
Yes. Include the market value of goods or stock that you intend to sell in your business.
Zakat is always 2.5% of your net zakatable wealth (after subtracting debts and liabilities).
Yes. Include all cash in bank accounts, wallets, or any savings if it meets the nisab threshold.
Yes, if it is not for personal use. Personal jewellery that you wear daily is usually exempt, but gold/silver saved for investment or trade is zakatable.
Zakat is paid once a year on the wealth you have had for 12 lunar months (Hawl) that meets the nisab.
Yes. You can divide Zakat into parts if needed, but the total 2.5% must be paid.
Yes. You can pay Zakat early or at any time, but it is preferable to calculate it based on your wealth after completing one lunar year.
Only certain family members are eligible. You cannot give Zakat to parents, children, or direct descendants. Eligible recipients include the poor, needy, debtors, and those working in Allah’s cause.
Yes. Include all profits and cash reserves from your business. If it is reinvested in assets or stock, include those as well.
Yes, if they are traded or held as wealth and meet the nisab. Use the current market value to calculate Zakat.
No. Zakat is not due on your primary residence or personal-use property. Only investment or rental property may be zakatable.
Convert all your assets (gold, silver, cash, business, investments) to PKR using current market rates, subtract debts, and then take 2.5% of the remaining amount.
Yes. Many registered Islamic organizations allow online Zakat payment in Pakistan. Make sure the organization is trustworthy and Shariah-compliant.
No. Zakat is calculated based on wealth, not gender. The rate (2.5%) is the same for everyone.