What is Zakat in Islam?
Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and a vital act of worship for every eligible Muslim. It serves as both a form of wealth purification and a system to uplift those in need. Each year, Muslims must donate 2.5% of their accumulated wealth—including savings, gold, business income, and investments—to the poor and deserving.
This spiritual obligation not only fulfils religious duty but also reduces inequality, uplifts struggling families, and gives hope to people facing severe hardships. At the Renal Care Foundation, your Zakat is transformed into lifesaving dialysis, medication, and medical care for kidney patients who cannot afford treatment.
Zakat Computation: How to Calculate Zakat Properly
Zakat is calculated at 2.5% of your total wealth held for one Islamic lunar year. This includes:
- Cash (in hand, bank accounts, mobile wallets)
- Gold and silver
- Investments and shares
- Business assets
To make this process easier, the Renal Care Foundation offers a free Zakat calculator in Pakistani Rupees (PKR). Simply enter your asset values, and the calculator instantly tells you the exact amount of Zakat you owe.
Zakat Calculator Pakistan:
Our Zakat calculator is designed for Muslims in Pakistan to quickly and accurately calculate Zakat in PKR. Whether it’s cash, gold, silver, or investments, this tool ensures your calculation is correct according to current nisab values.
It is especially helpful for those searching for:
- Zakat calculator in Pakistan
- Zakat in rupees (PKR)
- Online zakat computation tools
By using this calculator, you can fulfil your religious duty with ease and peace of mind.
Zakat on Gold: Calculating in Tolas or Grams
Gold remains one of the most common assets in South Asian households. If your gold holdings reach or exceed the nisab threshold (approximately 7.5 tolas / 87.48 grams), you must pay 2.5% of its market value as Zakat.
Example:
If you own 10 tolas of gold, and one tola is valued at PKR 220,000, the total value is PKR 2,200,000. Zakat due = PKR 55,000.
The Renal Care Foundation’s gold Zakat calculator allows you to calculate this instantly, helping you fulfill your obligation without errors.
Zakat Nisab for 2025
The nisab of Zakat is the minimum wealth threshold that makes Zakat obligatory. It is calculated based on silver and gold rates.
- As of 2025, the silver-based nisab is between PKR 115,000 – PKR 120,000.
- If your assets exceed this value, you are required to pay Zakat.
For the most precise figure, always check the updated market price of silver or use the Renal Care Foundation’s Nisab Calculator.
Who Can Receive Zakat?
The Quran outlines eight eligible categories for Zakat, including:
- The poor and needy
- Orphans
- People with chronic illnesses
- Those in debt
- Stranded travellers
- Individuals working in the path of Allah
Why Donate Zakat to Renal Care Foundation?
The Renal Care Foundation is a registered non-profit working under strict Islamic and ethical guidelines. All donations are Shariah-compliant and regularly audited for transparency.
By donating here, you not only fulfil your religious obligation but also ensure your Zakat reaches genuine beneficiaries—patients fighting for their lives against chronic kidney disease. Kidney patients in Pakistan often face the heart-breaking choice between survival and financial stability. Dialysis is a lifelong treatment that most poor families cannot afford. Without it, patients risk severe complications or death.
By donating Zakat to the Renal Care Foundation, you provide:
- Free dialysis sessions
- Essential medications
- Blood tests and lab monitoring
- Awareness and preventive care
Your Zakat ensures that underprivileged kidney patients receive treatment that keeps them alive and restores dignity to their lives.
How to Donate Zakat to Renal Care Foundation
Donating is easy, safe, and transparent. You can give your Zakat through:
- Bank transfers (details on our official website)
- Online donations (credit/debit cards)
- Mobile wallets (JazzCash, EasyPaisa)
- Cash donations at our registered centers
Every donor receives an official receipt, and 100% of the funds are used for patient care.
Conclusion
Zakat is more than a financial duty—it is a lifeline for the needy. At the Renal Care Foundation, your Zakat directly funds dialysis and medical care for patients who would otherwise have no access to treatment.
Use our Zakat Calculator today, determine your obligation, and donate to save lives. Your contribution brings hope, health, and healing to kidney patients in dire need.
FAQs
1. What is Zakat, and why is it important?
Zakat is a mandatory act of worship in Islam, purifying wealth and helping the poor. It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
2. How do I calculate Zakat on gold?
Multiply the market value of your gold by 2.5%. Use our gold Zakat calculator for accuracy.
3. Is Renal Care Foundation Zakat eligible?
Yes. Kidney patients fall under the category of the poor and chronically ill, making RCF fully Zakat-eligible.
4. Can I donate Zakat online?
Absolutely. Donations can be made via bank transfer, debit/credit card, or mobile wallets.
5. What is the current nisab for Zakat in Pakistan?
As of 2025, the nisab is between PKR 115,000 – PKR 120,000 (silver-based). Values vary with market rates.
