Islamic Inheritance Calculator – Divide Estate According to Shariah
When a loved one passes away, dividing their wealth fairly and correctly becomes a serious responsibility. Islam has provided a complete system for inheritance, outlined in the Quran, so that every eligible heir receives their rightful share.
This Islamic Inheritance Calculator — also called the Virasat Calculator — helps you calculate those shares instantly. Whether the estate includes money, land, or assets, this tool applies Islamic rules of inheritance based on Fiqh al-Mirath.
You don’t need to be a scholar. Just enter basic details about the deceased and surviving family members — and the calculator will give you a breakdown of how the estate should be divided.
It’s simple, accurate, and aligned with Islamic teachings.
How Islamic Inheritance Works
In Islam, inheritance isn’t left to personal choice. The Quran has clearly defined the shares for each relative in Surah An-Nisa. It is an obligation to follow these rules when dividing any wealth after death.
This includes giving parents, spouses, children, and in some cases, siblings and grandparents their proper share — based on who is alive and who has passed.
The calculator follows these Quranic and jurisprudential principles step by step, removing the guesswork.
Why This Tool Matters
- Based on authentic Islamic sources and schools of thought
- Prevents disputes by clarifying each heir’s share
- Simplifies a sensitive but important Islamic responsibility
- Helps you complete one of the Fard actions after death
- Useful for families, lawyers, Islamic centers, and estate planners
You can also download the results in PDF format to keep for your personal records or legal use.
Reference
For detailed Islamic rulings, refer to Surah An-Nisa (Chapter 4, verses 11 to 14 and 176) — the foundation of Islamic inheritance law. Learn more about Islamic inheritance laws in the Quran by reading Surah An-Nisa, verse 11 — the foundation of Mirath (inheritance) rulings in Islam.
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FAQs for Islamic Inheritance Calculator (Virasat Tool)
❓ What is an Islamic Inheritance Calculator?
An Islamic Inheritance Calculator, also known as a Virasat Calculator, is a tool that helps you divide a deceased person’s estate according to Shariah. It applies Islamic rules from the Quran and Fiqh al-Mirath to calculate the exact shares for heirs such as sons, daughters, spouse, parents, and others.
❓ Is this Virasat Calculator based on Quranic inheritance rules?
Yes. This tool follows the Islamic laws of inheritance found in Surah An-Nisa (4:11-14) and applies them in real-time to your inputs. It ensures accurate property distribution in line with the principles of Shariah and traditional Islamic jurisprudence.
❓ Who gets a share in Islamic inheritance?
In Islamic inheritance, heirs may include the deceased’s children, spouse, parents, siblings, and in some cases, grandparents. The exact shares depend on who is alive at the time of death. The calculator uses these conditions to divide the estate correctly.
❓ Does the calculator support all madhhabs (Hanafi, Shafi‘i, etc.)?
Currently, the default rulings are based on commonly accepted Sunni interpretations (mostly Hanafi). We are working on adding options to choose your preferred madhhab (school of thought) for more tailored results.
❓ Is it allowed in Islam to manually divide property without using these rules?
No. According to Islamic law, property must be distributed according to the divine shares defined in the Quran and Sunnah. Using cultural customs or personal preferences over Islamic rulings is not permissible.
❓ Can I use this calculator for Islamic estate planning while I’m alive?
Absolutely. This tool is ideal for planning your estate in advance, creating an Islamic will, or teaching family members about their future shares. It’s not just for post-death use — it also helps with proactive Islamic financial planning.
❓ What is the difference between Islamic inheritance and secular inheritance?
Secular inheritance laws vary by country and can often contradict Islamic rules. Islamic inheritance is based on fixed shares from the Quran and does not allow free will to override them (except for up to 1/3 through a will to non-heirs). This calculator focuses only on Islamic principles.
❓ Can I download the inheritance calculation results?
Yes. After calculating the inheritance shares, you can download a PDF report for safekeeping, sharing with heirs, or consulting an Islamic scholar or legal advisor.