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Why use JAKIM prayer times?

JAKIM e-Solat is Malaysia's official prayer time source — 59 zones, Shafi'i school, the reference for mosques and government agencies. For obligatory prayer in Malaysia, that is the correct reference — not a global app.

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Why should I use JAKIM prayer times?

JAKIM e-Solat is Malaysia's official prayer time source — 59 zones, Shafi'i school, the reference for mosques and government agencies. For obligatory prayer in Malaysia, that is the correct reference — not a global app.

Why JAKIM, not a clock app?

Malaysia sets prayer times through the Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM). The e-Solat portal is used by mosques, state azan systems, and official media. Phone clocks often use foreign parameters.

  • Mosques and suraus across Malaysia
  • State azan systems and official media
  • This site — the same data, BM/EN formatting

What if I only follow Google?

You may break fast early or miss Fajr by a few minutes. For obligatory worship, that risk is not worth it. Comparison: Google vs JAKIM.

Does this site replace e-Solat?

No. We reformat the official timetable. Last-word verification stays at e-solat.gov.my.

Reviewed 2026-08-13 · Editor Kaiser Khan · Editorial policy

Frequently asked questions about Malaysian prayer times

Is JAKIM data valid for prayer?
Yes — it is Malaysia's official government reference for prayer times.
How many zones in Malaysia?
59 JAKIM zones covering 219 districts and cities.
Which school of thought is used?
JAKIM Malaysia uses the Shafi'i method for prayer time calculations.

Educational summary — verify with JAKIM/i-Fiqh for authoritative rulings.

Times here are matched from JAKIM e-Solat. This is not an official government site. If anything differs, check e-solat.gov.my or ask your mosque imam.

Complete Malaysia prayer times guide → JAKIM prayer zones →