Gold Zakat Calculator - India
Calculate Zakat on gold with live Indian Rupee prices
Written by Mehmet Aydın·Precious Metals Editor·Last updated April 2026Nisab threshold
Gold Nisab (87.48g)
₹1,136,128.02
87.48g pure gold
Silver Nisab (612.36g)
₹127,546.53
612.36g pure silver
Most scholars recommend using the silver Nisab as it is lower, meaning more people meet the threshold and more wealth is distributed to those in need.
Your gold holdings
Scholarly opinion on worn jewelry
If unsure, the safer option is to pay Zakat on all gold (Hanafi position), as this ensures the obligation is fully met.
Nisab values today
Quick Zakat facts
- • Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam
- • The rate is 2.5% of wealth above the Nisab
- • Must be held for one lunar year (Hawl)
- • Gold Nisab is 87.48g (7.5 tola) of pure gold
- • Many Muslims pay during Ramadan for extra reward
Zakat Calculator
Indian Muslims primarily follow the Hanafi school and calculate Zakat individually. There is no government Zakat authority. Gold is deeply embedded in Indian culture, especially for weddings. Common purities are 22K and 24K. Key gold markets include Zaveri Bazaar (Mumbai), Karol Bagh (Delhi), and T Nagar (Chennai). Indian gold jewelry typically includes making charges which are not part of the gold value for Zakat purposes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the gold Nisab in Indian Rupees?▾
The gold Nisab (87.48g pure gold) is approximately INR 1,136,128 today.
Is Zakat due on wedding jewelry in India?▾
Under the Hanafi school (majority in India), yes. Zakat is due on all gold including wedding jewelry if held above Nisab for one year.
Do I include making charges in Zakat calculation?▾
No. Zakat is calculated on the gold content value only, not the making charges or craftsmanship premium.
Is there a Zakat authority in India?▾
No government Zakat authority exists. Muslims calculate and distribute Zakat individually or through trusted organizations.
Can I give Zakat to non-Muslims?▾
Most scholars say Zakat should be given to Muslim recipients in the eight eligible categories. Sadaqah (voluntary charity) can be given to anyone.