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Narcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI)

Narcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI) Test

Understand everyday narcissistic traits in about 8 minutes. Fast, research-backed results help spot interaction patterns without making a diagnosis.

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October 2, 2025

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How the Scales are Structured

example score

3/6

Self-Sufficiency (S)

Measures preference for independent action, confidence in personal capabilities, and willingness to take responsibility.

Lower self-sufficiency

Moderate self-sufficiency

High self-sufficiency

0 – 2: Lower self-sufficiency | 3 – 4: Moderate self-sufficiency | 5 – 6: High self-sufficiency

A score of 3 suggests a moderate tendency toward independence and personal responsibility, with these traits showing up in some situations more than others.

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4/5

Exploitativeness (E)

Measures the tendency to use or manipulate other people to achieve personal goals while minimizing responsibility.

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0 – 1: Low | 2 – 3: Moderate | 4 – 5: High

A score of 4 falls in the High range, suggesting a stronger-than-average tendency to persuade or leverage others to meet one’s aims.

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3/6

Entitlement (E)

Measures the extent to which a person feels uniquely special and expects recognition, respect, or influence from others.

Low specialness

Moderate specialness

High specialness

0 – 2: Low specialness | 3 – 4: Moderate specialness | 5 – 6: High specialness

A score of 3 suggests a moderate sense of being special, with some expectation of recognition or respect without being strongly pronounced.

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2/5

Superiority (S)

Measures perceived superiority and confidence, including a sense of uniqueness and willingness to share personal details.

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Moderate

High

0 – 1: Low | 2 – 3: Moderate | 4 – 5: High

A score of 2 suggests a moderate sense of superiority and confidence that may show in some situations without being a dominant trait.

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3/7

Exhibitionism (E)

Measures the tendency to seek attention through self-presentation, visibility, and a desire for recognition.

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Moderate

High

0 – 2: Low | 3 – 4: Moderate | 5 – 7: High

A score of 3 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting an average level of self-presentation and interest in being noticed without a strong need for constant publicity.

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6/8

Authority (A)

Measures preference for leadership and authority, including confidence in directing others and desire for power or influence.

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Moderate

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0 – 2: Low | 3 – 6: Moderate | 7 – 8: High

A score of 6 suggests a moderately elevated tendency to seek leadership roles and feel confident taking charge, without being at the highest end of the scale.

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25/40

Narcissism Scale (NS)

Measures the overall degree of narcissistic personality traits such as leadership ambition, self-confidence, and need for attention and recognition.

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High

0 – 8: Low | 9 – 22: Average | 23 – 40: High

A score of 25 falls in the High range, suggesting a stronger-than-average presence of narcissistic traits like confidence, ambition, and desire for recognition.

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1/3

Vanity (V)

Measures the tendency toward self-admiration and showcasing one’s appearance to gain admiration.

Low vanity

Moderate vanity

High vanity

0: Low vanity | 1 – 2: Moderate vanity | 3: High vanity

A score of 1 suggests a moderate tendency toward appearance-related self-admiration and occasional desire for admiration.

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People exploring self-image

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They want a quick snapshot of how much self-focus, confidence, and entitlement show up in their everyday personality.

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They use it to collect standardized trait data for studies, class projects, or group experiments without diagnosing anyone.

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Self-sufficiency (S)

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3.8

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2.9 — 4.8

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Using People (UP)

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2.1

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Being Chosen (BC)

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4.4

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Excellence (E)

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1.9

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Demonstrativeness (D)

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Authority (A)

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4.7

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Narcissism Scale (NS)

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13.2

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8.1 — 18.3

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Vanity (V)

Average

0.8

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0.2 — 1.3

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

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What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures narcissism as a personality trait expressed in everyday attitudes and behavior. It is designed for research and applied settings, not for diagnosing a disorder.

How are items answered?

Each item presents two statements, and one statement must be selected. Choose the option that fits best overall, even if neither statement fits perfectly.

How long does it take to complete?

Estimated completion time is about 8 minutes. The questionnaire contains 40 paired-choice items.

Can results be used to diagnose a personality disorder?

No; the scores do not provide a clinical diagnosis. Diagnostic decisions require a qualified clinician and a comprehensive evaluation.

How should scores be interpreted?

Scores reflect relative standing on the measured trait within the tested group or reference sample. Interpretation should consider context and should not be treated as a fixed label.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Narcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI) Test

narcissism

This self-report measure is used to assess narcissism as a personality trait in nonclinical populations. The Narcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI) is commonly used in social and personality research and may also support descriptive case formulation when interpreted cautiously.

The instrument consists of 40 items and typically takes about 8 minutes to complete. It uses a forced-choice response format intended to capture normative expressions of narcissistic characteristics rather than to establish a psychiatric diagnosis. The version developed by Raskin and Terry is widely cited.

Scores from the Narcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI) should be interpreted in context and integrated with other clinical or assessment data. Results are not sufficient to diagnose a personality disorder and are best used to inform hypotheses about self-perception and interpersonal style.

Author: Raskin, R., Terry, H.

Literature: Raskin, R., & Terry, H. A principal-components analysis of the Narcissistic Personality Inventory and further evidence of its construct validity. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. 1988.; Ames, D. R., Rose, P., & Anderson, C. P. The NPI-16 as a short measure of narcissism. Journal of Research in Personality. 2006.

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