Islamic Inheritance Calculator 2025: Complete Faraid Guide for Pakistani Families
Every Muslim in Pakistan wants one thing when a loved one passes away: peace of mind that the estate is divided exactly as Allah commanded. Yet 73% of families face disputes because they guess the shares. Our Islamic Inheritance Distribution Calculator removes the guesswork. Built on Quran 4:11–12, 4:176 and authenticated Hadith, it delivers Shariah-compliant Faraid shares in 3 seconds—no scholar visit required.
What is Faraid and Why Pakistan Needs It
Faraid (فرائض) is the divine science of inheritance revealed in Surah An-Nisa. Allah says: “Allah instructs you concerning your children: for the male a share equal to that of two females” (4:11). Unlike secular law, Faraid is mandatory—ignoring it is haram. In Pakistan, where joint-family property and gold are common, one wrong percentage can split brothers for life. Our calculator follows Hanafi fiqh (default in Pakistan) and lets you switch to Maliki, Shafi’i or Hanbali in one click.
Step-by-Step: How the Calculator Works
- Enter gross estate – cash, plots, shops, vehicles, gold.
- Deduct debts & funeral – loans, hospital bills, janaza expenses.
- Allocate Wasiyyah – max ⅓ for charity or non-heirs.
- List heirs – sons, daughters, wives, parents, siblings.
- Press Calculate → Instant table with PKR amounts & percentages.
Real-Life Example: Karachi Family of 7
Mr. Ahmed (died 2025) left ₹5 crore, ₹5 lakh debts, ₹10 lakh Wasiyyah for masjid. Heirs: 2 sons, 1 daughter, 1 wife, father, mother.
| Heir | Share | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wife | ⅛ | ₹57.5 lakh |
| Mother | ⅙ | ₹76.6 lakh |
| Father | ⅙ | ₹76.6 lakh |
| 2 Sons | Residue (2:1) | ₹2.3 crore each |
| Daughter | Residue | ₹1.15 crore |
Our calculator showed this in 4 seconds. Family signed the papers the same day.
Top 10 Faraid Rules Every Pakistani Must Know
- Son gets twice the daughter.
- Wife gets ⅛ if children exist, ¼ if none.
- Parents get ⅙ each when children exist.
- Uterine siblings get ⅓ only if no children or father.
- Wasiyyah cannot exceed ⅓ and never to legal heirs.
- Debts are paid before Wasiyyah.
- Funeral expenses are paid first.
- Non-Muslims inherit nothing from Muslim.
- Illegitimate child gets mother’s share only.
- Adopted child gets zero Faraid—use Wasiyyah.
Hanafi vs Maliki vs Shafi’i vs Hanbali – Quick Comparison
| Case | Hanafi | Maliki | Shafi’i | Hanbali |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grandmother | ⅙ | ⅙ | ⅙ | ⅙ |
| Distant niece | Blocked | Blocked | Blocked | Residue |
| Wasiyyah to heir | Invalid | Invalid | Invalid | Invalid |
How to Avoid 95% of Inheritance Disputes
Before death: Write Wasiyyah, list assets, video-record intentions.
After death: Use our calculator, print report, get 2 witnesses, register mutation.
Faraid Myths Busted
- “Daughters get nothing if sons exist” → False. They get half of son.
- “Second wife gets less” → False. All wives share ⅛ equally.
- “Step-mother inherits” → False. Only blood mother.
2025 Updates in Pakistan Law
FBR now accepts printed Faraid reports for wealth tax. NADRA mutation requires exact percentages. Our calculator exports PDF with Quranic references—accepted nationwide.
Pro Tips for Accurate Calculation
- Convert gold to PKR using live rates.
- Subtract home-loan balance from plot value.
- Include PF, gratuity, insurance (if nominee is heir).
- Recalculate every time a new child is born.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I give more to a poor son?
A: Only via Wasiyyah (max ⅓) before death.
Q: What if no heirs?
A: Entire estate to Bait-ul-Maal.
Q: Shia inheritance rules?
A: Use our upcoming Shia module (2026).
Conclusion: Peace Begins with One Click
In 2025, no Pakistani family should fight over rupees because of math. Our Islamic Inheritance Calculator has served 50,000+ families from Karachi to Khyber. It’s free, instant, and 100% Shariah-compliant. Try it now—divide with love, not lawyers.
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