Why You Need an Inheritance Calculator
Inheritance laws are complex and vary significantly by country, religion, and state. Understanding how property should be divided among heirs can be confusing and emotionally challenging.
Our Inheritance Calculator provides clarity by computing exact shares based on the applicable law in three major jurisdictions: Bangladesh, India, and the USA.
How the Inheritance Calculator Works
The calculator walks you through five simple steps:
Step 1: Select Country
Choose the jurisdiction where the deceased resided:
- Bangladesh — Muslim, Hindu, and Christian inheritance laws
- India — Laws based on religion (Hindu, Muslim, Christian)
- USA — State-specific intestate succession laws
Step 2: Choose Applicable Law
Depending on the country and the deceased's religion, select the relevant inheritance law.
Step 3: Enter Estate Values
Input all assets and deduct liabilities:
- Assets: Land value, house value, cash, gold, business value, and other assets
- Liabilities: Debts, funeral expenses, and taxes
- Net Estate = Total Assets − Total Liabilities
Step 4: List Heirs
Add surviving family members:
- Spouse(s)
- Children (sons and daughters)
- Parents and grandparents
- Siblings
- Extended family (uncles, aunts)
Step 5: View Results
The calculator displays the exact percentage and amount each heir should receive. You can:
- Copy results to clipboard
- Export as CSV
- Save as PDF
Overview of Inheritance Laws
Bangladesh — Muslim Law
Under Islamic inheritance law:
- Fixed shares are allocated to specific heirs (Quranic heirs)
- Males typically receive double the share of females in the same class
- The residue goes to male agnatic relatives
India — Hindu Succession Act
Under the Hindu Succession Act:
- Class I heirs inherit equally (mother, spouse, children)
- Daughters have the same rights as sons
- Inheritance is per capita (equal shares)
USA — Intestate Succession
- If there's a surviving spouse + children: spouse usually gets 1/3 to 1/2
- If no spouse, children inherit equally
- If no children, parents inherit
- Laws vary by state
Important Disclaimer
Our inheritance calculator is for educational and informational purposes only. Inheritance laws are complex and results should be verified by a qualified legal professional. Every case is unique and may involve exceptions not covered by our general calculations.