What is the Nisab threshold for Zakat in Pakistan (PKR)?

Nisab is the minimum wealth threshold required before Zakat is mandatory. In Pakistan, it is calculated based on 52.5 Tolas (612.36g) of pure silver or 7.5 Tolas (87.48g) of pure gold converted to Pakistani Rupees (Rs.).

What is the official Zakat rate in Pakistan?

The mandatory Zakat rate on net wealth above the Nisab threshold held for a full lunar year (Hawl) is 2.5%.

Are personal items like cars or primary homes subject to Zakat in Pakistan?

No. Primary residences, personal vehicles, personal wear items, and everyday household necessities are strictly exempt from Zakat.

Zakat Calculator (Rs.)

Calculate your annual mandatory Zakat obligation accurately in Pakistani Rupees (PKR).

1. Nisab Threshold Setup

Nisab Standard Baseline

Current Silver Rate per Tola (Rs.)

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Current Gold Rate per Tola (24K) (Rs.)

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2. Assets & Savings (in Rs.)

Value of Gold Holdings (Rs.)

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Value of Silver Holdings (Rs.)

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Cash in Bank, Savings & Hand (Rs.)

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Stocks, Shares & Mutual Funds (Rs.)

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Business Inventory & Merchandise (Rs.)

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3. Deductible Liabilities (in Rs.)

Debts Payable Immediately (Rs.)

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Unpaid Utility Bills & Household Expenses (Rs.)

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Zakat Assessment Summary

Gross Assets: Rs. 0

Total Liabilities: Rs. 0

Net Eligible Wealth: Rs. 0

Active Nisab Minimum: Rs. 0

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Total Mandatory Zakat Payable

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Guide to Calculating Zakat in Pakistan (Pakistani Rupees)

Zakat is a mandatory Islamic duty requiring Muslims whose net wealth meets or exceeds the Nisab threshold for a full lunar year (Hawl) to pay 2.5% of their eligible wealth to designated charitable causes.

Nisab Benchmarks in Pakistan

In Pakistan, Nisab is determined using local market values for gold and silver, typically calculated per Tola (1 Tola = 11.66 grams):

Metal Standard	Weight Benchmark	Application & Purpose
Silver Nisab	52.5 Tolas (612.36 grams)	Standard used by most Islamic institutions in Pakistan to benefit a wider range of charity recipients.
Gold Nisab	7.5 Tolas (87.48 grams)	Alternative Nisab threshold based on gold holdings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which wealth items are subject to Zakat in Rupees?

Zakat is due on cash savings, bank balance, foreign currency held locally, gold/silver jewelry, stocks, mutual funds, and commercial inventory.

Can I deduct my monthly bills or personal loans before calculating Zakat?

Yes. Short-term personal debts and immediate household bills payable in the current period can be subtracted from your total assets.

Is Zakat payable on plot investments or real estate?

Real estate bought purely for trade or resale is subject to Zakat based on its current market value. Residential property for personal living is exempt.