Q1. How long is the test? The test consists of two or more tests chosen from a larger series. Usually the combined testing time including instructions and breaks takes about two and a half hours. Q2. Is the test subjective or objective? The test will be of a chose the correct answer type. You are not expected to show your workings or method. Q3. Will I be tested on Quantitative and Verbal skills? Mensa tests are as Culture free and doesn't require any verbal or mathematical aptitude. The questions will be based on pattern recognition. Q4. How do I prepare for the test? We believe one can not improve one's IQ by preparation. Mensa tests do not require any preparation, and we suggest its better to take the test unprepared. Q5. Does the 2 percentile cut-off mean that only 2% of the people taking the test along with me will be qualified? Absolutely not! On evaluating the answer script ,your raw IQ score will be computed and this will be mapped on to the bell curve. If you are above 98 percentile you qualify. The IQ score of an average individual is 100. One has to have a score of approximately 133+ to qualify for Mensa. Thus your qualification is not dependent on others performance but only on yours. Q6. Do I need to take further tests? Not required. If you qualify once, you are a member for life. Q7. What do I need to carry on the day of the test? Your test ID form given to you on registration and of course a pen!