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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

The following frequently asked questions are common among those contemplating Universiti Malaya (UM). This page provides answers to these questions and provides links to useful UM websites that provide additional answers.

 

FUND, ZAKAT AND WAQF

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How to pay zakat through salary deduction?

Staff may fill up the form available HERE.
Staff may fill up the form available HERE.
The university distributed the zakat to the eligible asnaf involving students and staff.

There are two guidelines to calculate zakat on employment income either:

1. 2.5% of total gross income per year (if the income exceeds nisab) or

2. Paying zakat after deducting basic allowable expenses.

You may simulate your zakat payment via Zakat Calculator available at https://www.zakat2u.com.my/kiraan/zakat/pendapatan .

The zakat payor is entitled to claim 100% tax rebate under Subsection 6A(3) of the Income Tax Act 1967.

Last Update: 13/01/2022