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Zakat Calculator 2026: How Much Do You Owe?

By Amiel Riss · Published 10 March 2026 · Updated 17 August 2026

Zakat Calculator 2026: How Much Do You Owe?

Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam — a 2.5% annual obligation on wealth above a minimum threshold called Nisab. For Indian Muslims, calculating Zakat in Rupees with fluctuating gold prices and diverse investment portfolios can be confusing. Let's break it down.

What Is Nisab in Indian Rupees?

Nisab is the minimum wealth threshold. There are two standards:

  • Gold Nisab: 85 grams of gold
  • Silver Nisab: 595 grams of silver

Nisab is a weight, not a fixed rupee amount. The threshold in ₹ is calculated from the current gold or silver price each time you use the calculator, so it moves with the market.

Most scholars recommend the Gold Nisab as the Silver Nisab is very low and would make Zakat obligatory on relatively modest savings.

Which Assets Are Zakatable?

Zakat applies to wealth held for one full lunar year (Haul):

  • Cash & Savings: Cash at home, savings accounts, FDs, receivables
  • Gold & Silver: Jewelry, bars, coins at current market value (check today's rate on MCX)
  • Investments: Stocks, mutual funds (SIPs), PPF balance, business inventory
  • Rental Income: Accumulated rental payments

Deduct outstanding debts (home loans EMI, personal loans). If the net exceeds Nisab, pay 2.5%.

Step-by-Step Calculation

  1. Total all zakatable assets in ₹
  2. Subtract debts owed
  3. Compare net wealth against Nisab
  4. If above Nisab → pay 2.5%

Example: ₹4,15,000 cash + ₹12,45,000 gold + ₹16,60,000 stocks − ₹8,30,000 loans = ₹24,90,000 net. If that exceeds the Gold Nisab on the day you calculate, Zakat = ₹24,90,000 × 2.5% = ₹62,250.

Indian-Specific Considerations

  • Gold jewelry: India is the world's largest gold consumer. Don't forget to include the current market value of all gold jewelry
  • Mutual Funds & SIPs: Include the current NAV of all fund holdings
  • Fixed Deposits: Include the principal + accrued interest
  • Property for investment: Rental property income is zakatable; personal residence is exempt

Where to Pay Zakat in India

Zakat can be paid directly to eligible recipients (the eight categories mentioned in the Quran) or through trusted organizations like Zakat Foundation of India, Islamic Relief, or local mosque committees.

Use our Zakat Calculator to calculate your exact obligation in ₹ within seconds. It handles gold valuation, multiple asset types, and Nisab comparison automatically.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in India

  • Leaving out liquid assets: Cash, bank balances, fixed deposits and gold all count once your net wealth crosses the Nisab.
  • Counting what you use: The house you live in and the vehicle you drive are exempt.
  • Ignoring the lunar year (Hawl): Zakat falls due on wealth you have held for one full Islamic year.
  • Valuing gold at what you paid: Use today's market rate per gram, not the purchase price.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much Zakat on ₹10 Lakh?

If your net zakatable wealth is ₹10,00,000 and exceeds the Gold Nisab (85 grams of gold at the current gold price), Zakat = ₹10,00,000 × 2.5% = ₹25,000.

Is gold jewelry subject to Zakat in India?

Yes, most scholars consider personal gold jewelry zakatable at current market value. India's gold prices can be checked on MCX.

Should I include mutual funds in Zakat?

Yes, the current NAV of all mutual fund holdings (including SIPs) is zakatable.

Do I pay Zakat on my home loan?

Your primary residence is exempt, but you can deduct outstanding home loan EMIs from your zakatable wealth.

Where do I start if I have loans?

Clear high-interest borrowing first — credit cards and personal loans — while you keep one to two months of expenses in hand. Invest after that. Zakat is still due on your net zakatable wealth: deduct the instalments falling due within the year and pay 2.5% on whatever remains above the Nisab.

📊 Data source: Standard financial models. Prices and data in this article are reviewed and updated semi-annually. Last update: August 2026.

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