Can You Give Qurbani for the Deceased? 2026 Rules & Guide
Eid al-Adha 2026 Special

Can You Give Qurbani for the Deceased?

A complete guide on the permissibility, rewards, and practical steps of performing sacrifice for loved ones in the Hereafter.

📍 At a Glance

Yes, giving Qurbani for the deceased is permissible and highly rewarding. It serves as Sadaqah Jariyah (continuous charity), and the reward reaches the soul of the departed, providing comfort and elevation in their ranks.

Scholarly Rulings

The majority of scholars from the Hanafi, Maliki, and Hanbali schools agree that voluntary Qurbani for the deceased is valid. This is based on the Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ practice of sacrificing on behalf of his Ummah, which includes both the living and the dead.

Voluntary Reward

Most common. You pay for a sacrifice to gift the Isal-e-Sawab (reward) to a deceased parent or relative.

Wasiyyah (The Will)

If the deceased specifically requested Qurbani in their will, it becomes obligatory to fulfill it from their estate.

04 Popular Questions Answered

1. Is it permissible to give Qurbani for the deceased? ▼
Yes. It is considered a form of charity that benefits the deceased in the Hereafter.
2. When is Qurbani 2026? ▼
Qurbani 2026 is expected to take place between Wednesday, May 27th and Friday, May 29th, following the Eid al-Adha prayer.
3. Can I eat the meat from a deceased person's Qurbani? ▼
If it was a voluntary gift from you, yes. If it was fulfilled as part of a Wasiyyah (will), the meat should usually be given entirely to the poor.
4. Can one animal cover multiple deceased people? ▼
Yes, you can intend the reward for one sacrifice to reach multiple souls, such as "for all my deceased grandparents."

How to Give Qurbani in 2026

1

Set Your Intention: Clearly intend the sacrifice on behalf of the deceased person(s).

2

Choose Your Animal: Select a goat/sheep (1 share) or a cow/camel (7 shares).

3

Timing: Ensure payment is made before May 27, 2026, to allow charities time for logistical arrangements.

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