Zakat in rupees on 10 tola 22-karat gold in Pakistan [March 2026]

2026-03-09 - 09:03

ISLAMABAD – Zakat, one of the five pillars of Islam, is a mandatory form of charity. Eligible Muslims who own 6.5 tola or more of gold are required to give 2.5% of its total value as Zakat. This obligation applies only if their total assets surpass a certain minimum value, known as the Nisab threshold. The Zakat amount is distributed among the deserving people so they can easily meet the both ends. In Pakistan, 22-karat gold is commonly used for jewelry, so the Zakat calculation in this informative article has been based on the current rate of this gold quality. As of today 9 March 2026, the per tola price of 22-karat stands at Rs509,167 in Pakistan as the rates changes regularly. Zakat on 10 Tola Gold As of today in Pakistan, 10 tola of 22-karat gold is valued at Rs 5,091,670, making the Zakat due on it Rs 127,291.75. Meanwhile, it is mandatory for all Muslims to pay Fitrana, also known as Zakat al-Fitr, at the end of Ramadan before the Eidul Fitr prayers. Its primary purpose is to purify the fast and help those in need celebrate Eid with dignity. Every adult Muslim, as well as guardians for dependents, is required to pay Fitrana, typically in the form of staple food items like wheat, dates, or others or their cash equivalent. The contribution ensures that the less fortunate can participate in the festival and reflects the values of compassion, community support, and social responsibility in Islam. Minimum and Maximum Fitrana Amount The minimum amount of Fitrana has been set at Rs300 per person based on wheat. The charity amount increases depending on the food item used as the benchmark. If calculated according to barley, the amount comes to Rs1,050 per person. Those choosing dates as the reference food item are advised to pay Rs2,100, while the amount based on raisins is Rs4,550 per person. The highest recommended amount listed is Rs12,000 per person when calculated according to Ajwa dates.