Deceased Person Details
Property Details
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Family Structure
Parents
Spouse
Surviving Children
Predeceased Children Branches
Add branches for children who died before the deceased. Their share passes to their own heirs (representation rule).
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Fill in the deceased's details, property value, and family structure, then click Calculate to see the breakdown.
How it Works
- 1Select the deceased person's gender to reveal the specific succession path.
- 2Enter the property details (Ancestral vs Self-Acquired).
- 3Map out the surviving family structure accurately.
- 4Our legal engine applies the nuanced rules of the Hindu Succession Act.
- 5Review the specific inherited % and calculated monetary outcome instantly.
Legal Disclaimer
This calculator provides a general estimate for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
Understanding Succession Laws
Class I Heirs (Male)
Under Section 8, Class I heirs include mother, widow(s), sons, daughters, and branches of predeceased children. They inherit simultaneously in equal units. Multiple widows share one unit.
Section 15 — Female
Female succession follows a hierarchy: (1) sons, daughters, husband; (2) heirs of husband; (3) parents; (4) heirs of father; (5) heirs of mother. The first applicable tier inherits the entire estate.
Ancestral vs Self-Acquired
For ancestral (HUF) property, sons and daughters (post-2005) are coparceners and receive shares before succession rules apply. Self-acquired property is distributed directly per the statutory rules.
2005 Amendment
The Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 gave daughters equal coparcenary rights in HUF property, treating them on par with sons. This applies regardless of the daughter's marital status.
Representation Rule
If a Class I heir predeceases the deceased, their share passes to their own heirs (spouse and children). Each predeceased branch gets one unit, further divided among its members.
Why Make a Will?
Intestate succession may not match your wishes. A registered Will ensures your property goes to the people you choose, avoids disputes, and simplifies the transfer process for your loved ones.
Don't leave it to chance
Intestate succession follows fixed rules — often not what you intended. A legally drafted Will gives you full control over how your estate is divided.