Sheep & Dumba — Qurbani 2026 guide.
Dumba — fat-tailed sheep — is Pakistan's premium-tier single-hissa Qurbani animal. Kajli, Balkhi, and Kaghani are the major breeds. Expect Rs 85,000–220,000 for Qurbani-grade animals in 2026.
Sheep vs dumba
Dumba specifically refers to fat-tailed sheep breeds native to Central Asia and northern Pakistan. Sheep is the umbrella term including non-fat-tailed varieties. Both are Qurbani-valid for one hissa, minimum 1 year.
South Asian Qurbani tradition leans dumba. The distinctive fat tail is aesthetic, not a Shariah requirement.
Major breeds
Kajli — Punjab's signature dumba. Black face, white body, mid-size (40–60kg). Premium pricing. Popular in Lahore, Gujranwala, Sargodha.
Balkhi — Afghan-origin, large fat-tailed, 50–80kg. The showpiece dumba. Commands the highest prices. Popular with Qurbani enthusiasts in KP and northern Punjab.
Kaghani — Hazara mountain breed, brown-red, hardy, mid-size. Mid-tier pricing. Popular in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Abbottabad.
Chakwali — Pothohar region. Compact, dual-purpose. Growing mid-tier popularity.
Rambouillet / Crossbreed — Merino-cross, wool-heavy, 35–55kg. Budget tier, less popular for Qurbani aesthetics.
Price by tier 2026
- Budget (crossbreed, 25–35kg): Rs 55,000–85,000
- Standard (Kaghani/Chakwali, 35–50kg): Rs 85,000–140,000
- Premium (Kajli, 50–65kg): Rs 140,000–220,000
- Showpiece (Balkhi, 65kg+): Rs 220,000–350,000+
Selection tips
- Teeth check — by 1 year, front milk teeth replaced by permanent incisors
- Walk the animal — no lameness
- Check ears — no missing more than a third
- Tail assessment (dumba) — a full fat tail signals well-fed, good health
- Eyes clear — no cloudiness or discharge
The 6-month exception
Per the Hanafi madhab, a 6-month lamb that visually matches a 1-year sheep in size is permissible for Qurbani. This is a practical concession for fast-growing premium breeds. The "visually matches" test is judged by a knowledgeable buyer, not measured.
On BakDumGa
Sheep listings split by breed and city. Filter by weight range, breed, and GPS radius from your home. Kajli and Balkhi listings concentrate in Punjab and KP cities; Kaghani around Hazara/Rawalpindi.
Sawalat / Questions.
Which is the best dumba breed for Qurbani?
Kajli is the most popular premium dumba in Pakistan. Balkhi is the showpiece tier, Kaghani is reliable mid-tier. All are Shariah-valid from 1 year.
Is a 6-month lamb valid for Qurbani?
Yes, per Hanafi madhab, if it visually matches a 1-year-old sheep in size. This is a concession for fast-growing premium breeds. Standard rule remains 1 full year.
How many hissay in one dumba?
One. Sheep and dumba count as a single hissa for Qurbani — cannot be split among multiple people.
Dumba price Pakistan 2026?
Range Rs 55,000–350,000+ depending on breed and weight. Most Qurbani-grade dumbas sit in the Rs 85k–180k band for standard Kajli/Kaghani.