Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam, requiring Muslims to give 2.5% of their qualifying wealth to those in need.
Understanding Nisab: The Minimum Threshold
Zakat only becomes obligatory when your net zakatable assets exceed the Nisab threshold. As of early 2026, the gold Nisab (87.48g) is approximately Rs. 19-22 lakh, while the silver Nisab (612.36g) is approximately Rs. 1.5-2 lakh.
What Assets Are Zakatable?
- Cash in hand and bank accounts
- Gold and silver (including jewelry)
- Stocks, mutual funds, bonds, voluntary pension
- Business inventory and trade goods
- Money owed to you that you expect to receive
- Prize bonds and national savings certificates
The Calculation Formula
Zakat = (Total Zakatable Assets - Deductible Liabilities) × 2.5%
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