Islamic Inheritance Calculator (Mirath / Faraid) 2026

Mirath (or Faraid) is the Islamic system of inheritance defined in the Quran (Surah An-Nisa 4:11–12). It specifies fixed shares (Fard) for heirs such as spouses, parents, and daughters, with sons and certain relatives taking residuary shares (Asabah).

A Wasiyyah is a will bequest. In Islamic law it is capped at one-third (1/3) of the net estate. It cannot be made to a legal heir (who already inherits by Faraid), though scholars of some schools differ.

Three things must be settled before heirs receive their shares: (1) Funeral and burial expenses, (2) All outstanding debts of the deceased, (3) Any valid Wasiyyah up to 1/3 of the remainder.

Under Islamic law, sons are financially responsible for their wives, children, and sometimes relatives. The double share reflects this obligatory financial duty. Daughters face no such mandatory financial burden.

This tool covers the most common inheritance scenarios. Complex cases involving Hajb (blocking), paternal half-siblings, or Dhawil Arham (distant relatives) should be referred to a qualified Islamic scholar.

Hajb refers to the exclusion of one heir due to the presence of another closer heir. For example, the paternal grandfather is blocked (Hajb) by the father. Full brothers are blocked by sons or the father. This calculator handles the most common Hajb scenarios automatically.

According to the majority scholarly opinion, a non-Muslim cannot inherit from a Muslim through Faraid. However, they may receive a gift or a Wasiyyah (bequest) of up to one-third of the estate. Consult a qualified scholar for your specific situation.