Grit Test: Measure Your Passion and Perseverance for Long-Term Goals
Personality
Take this free Grit Test to measure your passion and perseverance. Discover if you have the "grit" to stick with your long-term goals despite setbacks and failure.
We have all felt the initial rush of a new idea—the burst of energy when you sign up for a gym class, start a novel, or launch a new business. But what happens three months later, when the novelty fades and the real work begins? For many, this is the "graveyard of good intentions," where projects go to die. For others, this is simply the warm-up.
This difference isn't necessarily about talent, luck, or intelligence. It is often about Grit. This Grit Test is designed to look beyond your raw ability and measure your capacity for "stamina"—your ability to maintain focus and effort on your long-term goals, even when progress is slow, boring, or difficult.
Understanding your current level of grit is not about grading yourself; it is about uncovering the hidden engine behind your achievements (or lack thereof).
The concept of Grit was popularized by psychologist Angela Duckworth. It challenges the old idea that "IQ is destiny." Instead, it suggests that high achievement is the product of talent multiplied by effort—and effort is driven by grit.
You might be asking yourself:
This test measures your psychological "staying power." It evaluates whether you approach life as a series of short sprints or a singular, committed marathon.
This assessment is based on the widely respected Grit Scale developed by Dr. Angela Duckworth and colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania. It separates the vague concept of "hard work" into two distinct, measurable psychological components.
The test consists of 10 distinct items. It is designed to be short but deeply revealing, taking approximately 2–3 minutes to complete.
You will read a series of statements and rate how much they apply to you on a scale from 1 (Not like me at all) to 7 (Very much like me).
Tip: Be honest about how you actually behave, not how you wish you behaved. There are no right or wrong answers, only data points to help you grow.
We calculate the mean score of your responses, accounting for "reverse-scored" items (questions where agreement indicates lower grit). Your final score will place you into a specific band that describes your overall tendency toward passion and perseverance.
This test is especially helpful if you:
Please consider seeking professional help instead if:
We don't just give you a number; we provide a narrative that helps you understand how you engage with your goals. Your result will fall into one of three main categories:
Your full report will also include personalized Strengths, common Pitfalls (like burnout or stubbornness), and actionable steps to build your grit muscle.
Grit is not a fixed trait like eye color; it is a muscle that can be developed. If your score is lower than you'd like, it simply means you have an opportunity to practice "stick-to-it-iveness."
We will provide you with:
To ensure the accuracy and scientific validity of the concepts presented here, we rely on authoritative research in the field of psychology:
This assessment is designed for educational and self-exploration purposes only. While based on psychological scales, this online test is not a clinical diagnostic tool and cannot diagnose medical or mental health conditions (such as ADHD or Depression). If you are experiencing significant distress, anxiety, or inability to function in daily life, please consult a licensed mental health professional.
You possess the rare stamina of a marathon runner, viewing life as a long game where passion and perseverance matter more than talent.
You have a healthy balance of adaptability and persistence, able to work hard but also knowing when to shift gears.
You are an explorer at heart, prioritizing novelty and new experiences over long-term specialization.