Qurbani Calculator 2026 Easy Share & Cost Estimation Tool

Calculate the exact cost of your Qurbani (Cow, Goat, Camel). Instantly estimate per-share pricing for 1 to 7 shares.

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Qurbani Calculator 2026

Animal Type

1 person = 1 share

Total Price of Animal (PKR)

Price Per Share

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For 1 Person

Note: Cow & Camel can be shared by maximum 7 people. Goat/Sheep is for 1 person only.

NISAB & ELIGIBILITY

Check If Qurbani Is Obligatory

If your savings, gold, silver, or other eligible assets exceed the Nisab threshold, Qurbani may be obligatory for you according to Islamic guidelines.

How It Works

Enter Animal Price

Add the total cost of your cow, goat, or camel.

Select Shares

Choose the number of participants sharing the animal.

Calculate

Click the calculate button to see the cost per share.

View Results

Get an instant estimate of your individual Qurbani contribution.

Qurbani Prices

Animal	Shares	Typical Price Range (PKR)
Goat (Bakra)	1	58,000 – 110,000
Sheep (Dumba/Sheep)	1	58,000 – 110,000
Cow (Full)	Up to 7	147,000 – 225,000
Cow Share (Hissa)	1 of 7	21,000 – 41,500
Camel (Full)	Up to 7	Around 360,000

Qurbani Calculation Formulas

Per Share Cost Formula

C_share = (P + E) / S

Where:
C_share = Cost per share.
P = Total animal price.
E = Extra expenses (butcher, transport, feed).
S = Total number of shares (1 for goat/sheep, up to 7 for cow/buffalo/camel).

Your Total Cost Formula

C_you = C_share x N_{your shares} x A

Where:
N_{your shares} = Number of shares you are taking.
A = Number of animals you are buying.

Meat Distribution Formula (Sunnah)

Total Meat = M_family + M_relatives + M_poor

Sunnah division (recommended):
1/3 = For your family (personal use)
1/3 = For relatives and friends (gifts)
1/3 = For the poor and needy (charity)

You can also keep more or give more this is a recommended (Mustahab) division, not strictly obligatory. But giving to the poor is highly emphasized.

Solved Examples

Whole Goat Single Person

One person buying a goat for PKR 65,000. Butcher fee: PKR 3,000. Estimated meat: 15 KG.

Cost

Total = 65,000 + 3,000 = PKR 68,000
Shares = 1 (goat = 1 share only)
Per share = PKR 68,000

Meat Distribution (15 KG)

Family: 15 x 1/3 = 5 KG
Relatives/Friends: 15 x 1/3 = 5 KG
Poor/Needy: 15 x 1/3 = 5 KG

Example 2: Cow 7 Shareholders

7 people sharing a cow for PKR 3,50,000. Extra expenses: PKR 21,000. Estimated meat: 120 KG.

Cost per share:
Total = 3,50,000 + 21,000 = 3,71,000
Per share = 3,71,000 / 7 = PKR 53,000

Meat per share (120 KG total):
Each shareholder gets: 120 / 7 = 17.1 KG

Each shareholder's meat distribution (17.1 KG):
Family: 17.1 x 1/3 = 5.7 KG
Relatives: 17.1 x 1/3 = 5.7 KG
Poor: 17.1 x 1/3 = 5.7 KG

Example 3: Family Taking Multiple Shares

Husband takes 3 shares in a cow (1 for himself, 1 for wife, 1 on behalf of deceased father). Cow: PKR 4,00,000. Extras: PKR 15,000.

Total = 4,00,000 + 15,000 = 4,15,000
Per share = 4,15,000 / 7 = PKR 59,286
His cost (3 shares) = 59,286 x 3 = PKR 1,77,857

Note: Taking a share on behalf of deceased (Eesal-e-Sawab) is permissible and the reward reaches the deceased InshaAllah.

Example 4: Multiple Animals

A wealthy person buying 2 goats (PKR 70,000 each) + 1 cow share (PKR 55,000). Total Qurbani.

Goat 1 = PKR 70,000
Goat 2 = PKR 70,000
Cow share = PKR 55,000
Total = PKR 1,95,000

This person is doing 3 Qurbanis 1 Wajib (for self) + 2 Nafl (extra reward). This is Sunnah of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) who used to sacrifice extra animals.

Complete Qurbani Rules

Rule	Detail
Who Must Do Qurbani	Every adult, sane Muslim who possesses Nisab (wealth above basic needs) on 10th, 11th, or 12th Dhul Hijjah. Both men and women.
Timing	After Eid ul Adha Salah on 10th Dhul Hijjah until sunset of 12th Dhul Hijjah (3 days). Best on 1st day.
Minimum Animal Age	Goat/Sheep: 1 year minimum. Cow/Buffalo: 2 years minimum. Camel: 5 years minimum.
Animal Must Be Healthy	No blind, lame, sick, extremely thin, broken horn (with bleeding), or earless animal. Minor defects are tolerated.
Shares in Large Animals	Cow, Buffalo, Camel: up to 7 shares. Each share = 1 person's Qurbani. All shareholders must have valid intention (niyyah).
Goat/Sheep	1 animal = 1 person's Qurbani only. Cannot be shared between multiple people.
Meat Distribution	Sunnah: 1/3 family, 1/3 relatives/friends, 1/3 poor. Can keep all or give all but giving to poor is highly emphasized.
Hide/Skin	Cannot be sold for personal use. Must be given to the poor or donated to charity/madrasa. Can be kept for personal use (prayer mat, etc.).
Butcher's Fee	Cannot be paid from the meat or hide. Must be paid separately in cash. Giving meat as a gift to the butcher is separate from his fee.
On Behalf of Others	Can do Qurbani on behalf of deceased parents, relatives (Eesal-e-Sawab). Prophet (PBUH) did Qurbani on behalf of his Ummah.
Intention (Niyyah)	Must have intention before slaughter. For shared animal, each shareholder's intention must be valid (Qurbani, Aqeeqah, or charity not just meat purchase).
Slaughter Method	Must say Bismillah Allahu Akbar. Animal must be facing Qiblah. Sharp knife, cut throat/windpipe/blood vessels swiftly. Minimize animal suffering.

Qurbani for Deceased Persons

It is permissible and rewarding to perform Qurbani on behalf of deceased family members. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) performed Qurbani on behalf of his entire Ummah, including those who had passed away and those yet to come.

Scenario	Ruling
Qurbani for deceased father/mother	Permissible and highly rewarding. The reward (sawab) reaches the deceased.
Deceased left a wasiyyat for Qurbani	Wajib to fulfill from their estate (if within 1/3 limit).
Taking a cow share for deceased	Permissible. 1 share out of 7 can be designated for a deceased person.
Qurbani for Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)	Permissible according to Hanafi scholars. Some do this as an expression of love.

Hadith References

Anas ibn Malik (RA) narrated: "The Prophet (PBUH) sacrificed two white, horned rams. He slaughtered them with his own hand, said Bismillah and Allahu Akbar, and put his foot on their sides."

Sahih Bukhari 5558, Sahih Muslim 1966

Jabir (RA) narrated: "We sacrificed along with the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) at Hudaybiyah a camel for seven and a cow for seven."

Sahih Muslim 1318

Ali (RA) narrated: "The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) commanded me to take charge of his sacrificial camels and to distribute all their meat, skins, and saddle-cloths to the poor, and not to give the butcher any of it as payment."

Sahih Bukhari 1717, Sahih Muslim 1317

Umm Salamah (RA) narrated that the Prophet (PBUH) said: "When you see the new moon of Dhul Hijjah and one of you intends to offer a sacrifice, let him not cut his hair or nails until he has sacrificed."

Sahih Muslim 1977

Frequently Asked Questions

According to Hanafi fiqh (followed in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Turkey), Qurbani is Wajib on every eligible Muslim. According to Shafi, Maliki, and Hanbali schools, it is Sunnah Muakkadah (highly emphasized Sunnah). Either way, it should not be missed.

Yes. One family can take all 7 shares of a cow/buffalo/camel. For example, a family of husband, wife, and 5 adult children can each take 1 share in the same cow.

Yes, in a shared animal (cow/buffalo/camel), different shareholders can have different intentions — some for Qurbani, some for Aqeeqah, some for general charity (sadaqah). The key is that every shareholder must have a valid Islamic intention, not just buying meat.

Yes, this is permissible and very rewarding. The 1/3 division is Mustahab (recommended) not Wajib (obligatory). You can give everything to the poor if you wish.

If you were eligible but did not do Qurbani during the 3 days, you must give the equivalent value of a goat/sheep in Sadaqah to the poor. The opportunity for actual Qurbani has passed.

Yes, many reliable Islamic organizations perform Qurbani on your behalf in Pakistan, Africa, or other countries where the need is greatest. Ensure the organization is trustworthy and actually performs the sacrifice in your name with proper Islamic method.

Important Disclaimer

Animal prices shown are estimates for 2026 and vary significantly based on region, breed, weight, and market conditions. Prices typically increase closer to Eid ul Adha due to high demand. This calculator is for planning and estimation purposes only. Always verify current prices at your local cattle market (mandi).