Islamic Inheritance Calculator Pakistan

Introduction

Islamic inheritance law (Ilm al-Faraid) is a precise system of wealth distribution prescribed in the Quran. In Pakistan, inheritance matters are governed by both Islamic law and the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance 1961. Understanding how the estate will be divided helps families plan and avoid disputes.

What is this calculator?

The Islamic Inheritance Calculator Pakistan computes the shares of different heirs based on the total estate value. It covers the most common heirs: spouse, sons, daughters, father, and mother. It applies the standard Faraid rules followed in Pakistan.

Formula

The distribution follows fixed shares (Quranic heirs) and residual shares (Asaba). The calculation depends on which heirs survive.

Spouse Share： Husband gets 1/4 (with children) or 1/2 (without children). Wife gets 1/8 (with children) or 1/4 (without children).

Children Share： Son gets twice the daughter's share.

Parents Share： Father gets 1/6 (with children) or residual. Mother gets 1/6 (with children) or 1/3 (without children).

How to use the calculator

1. Enter the total estate value (PKR).
2. Select the surviving heirs.
3. Click Calculate Shares.

Practical Pakistan-specific example

Example： Estate worth Rs. 10,000,000, heirs: wife, 1 son, 1 daughter

• Wife: 1/8 = Rs. 1,250,000
• Remaining: Rs. 8,750,000
• Son: 2/3 of remaining = Rs. 5,833,333
• Daughter: 1/3 of remaining = Rs. 2,916,667

Common mistakes

• Not accounting for debts and funeral expenses before distribution.
• Forgetting that a will (wasiyat) can only cover up to 1/3 of the estate.
• Assuming all heirs get equal shares.

Disclaimer

This calculator provides an estimate based on standard Faraid rules. Complex cases involving multiple heirs, grandchildren, or disputed estates require consultation with a qualified Islamic scholar or legal expert.