Revised Paranormal Belief Scale (RPBS) Test

Understand how strongly someone believes in paranormal claims in about 5 minutes. A 26 item, research-ready scale built to psychometric standards for reliable results and cross-cultural comparison.
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October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025
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example score
17/28
Precognition (P)
Measures the extent to which a person believes they can predict future events through methods like astrology or divination.
Low belief
Moderate belief
High belief
412Low belief1320Moderate belief2128High belief
A score of 17 falls in the Moderate belief range, suggesting a noticeable but not strong endorsement of predicting the future through such methods.
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10/21
Extraordinary Life Forms (ELF)
Measures the degree of belief in the existence of extraordinary life forms such as aliens, Bigfoot, and similar phenomena.
Low belief
Moderate belief
High belief
38Low belief915Moderate belief1621High belief
A score of 10 falls in the Moderate belief range, suggesting some openness to extraordinary life forms without strong endorsement.
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6/28
Spiritualism (S)
Measures belief in communicating with the spirits of the deceased and in the existence of an afterlife.
Low
Moderate
High
411Low1220Moderate2128High
A score of 6 falls in the Low range, suggesting relatively low endorsement of spiritualism-related beliefs compared with the rest of the scale.
example score
12/21
Superstition (S)
Measures the tendency to endorse everyday superstitions such as omens, signs, and lucky or unlucky rituals.
Low
Moderate
High
39Low1015Moderate1621High
A score of 12 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a noticeable but not strong inclination toward believing in common superstitions.
example score
12/28
Witchcraft (W)
Measures the degree of belief in witchcraft, including spells, magical practices, and supernatural influence over events.
Low belief
Moderate belief
High belief
411Low belief1219Moderate belief2028High belief
A score of 12 falls in the Moderate belief range, suggesting some openness to the idea of witchcraft and magical influence without strongly endorsing it.
example score
13/28
Psi Abilities (PA)
Measures the degree to which a person endorses the existence of extrasensory and telepathic abilities (e.g., mind reading or predicting the future).
Low belief
Moderate belief
High belief
412Low belief1320Moderate belief2128High belief
A score of 13 falls in the Moderate belief range, suggesting some endorsement of psi abilities without strong conviction.
example score
26/28
Traditional Religious Belief (TRB)
Measures the strength of adherence to traditional religious beliefs and elements of organized religion (e.g., belief in God, angels).
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Moderate
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412Low1320Moderate2128High
A score of 26 falls in the High range, suggesting a strong endorsement of traditional religious faith statements on this scale.
example score
134/182
Paranormal Belief (PB)
Measures a person's overall tendency to endorse beliefs in paranormal and supernatural phenomena across multiple domains.
Low
Moderate
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2678Low79130Moderate131182High
A score of 134 falls in the High range, indicating a stronger-than-average endorsement of paranormal beliefs on this scale.
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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Curious paranormal explorers
41%OF USERS
People who enjoy ghost stories, ESP, astrology, or other mysterious topics and want to see how strongly they actually believe.
Psychology students and researchers
34%OF USERS
Students and academics who need a quick, reliable measure of paranormal belief for surveys, experiments, and cross-cultural comparisons.
Skeptics checking themselves
25%OF USERS
People who identify as rational or doubtful but take the test to spot any hidden superstitions or inconsistent beliefs.
BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.
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Predictions (P)
Average
17.2
Normal range
14.320.2
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28
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Extraordinary Forms of Life (EFoL)
Average
14.1
Normal range
11.816.4
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3
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21
Majority
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Spiritualism (S)
Average
15.7
Normal range
1219.3
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4
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28
Majority
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Superstitions (S)
Average
14.2
Normal range
11.816.6
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3
max.
21
Majority
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Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Witchcraft (W)
Average
18.9
Normal range
15.422.4
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4
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28
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Psi Abilities (PA)
Average
15.3
Normal range
12.318.2
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4
max.
28
Majority
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Traditional Religious Faith (TRF)
Average
21.7
Normal range
18.724.7
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4
max.
28
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Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Belief in the Paranormal Scale (BitPS)
Average
106.6
Normal range
82.9130.2
min.
26
max.
182
Majority
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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?
It measures the degree of endorsement of paranormal beliefs across multiple domains. Items cover topics such as extrasensory perception, supernatural entities, and related phenomena.
How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?
Estimated completion time is about 5 minutes. The questionnaire includes 26 statements.
How are responses recorded?
Each statement is rated using a fixed response scale that reflects level of agreement. Responses are combined into an overall score and domain scores.
What makes the results interpretable for research use?
The instrument is standardized and uses established psychometric methods to support reliability and validity. Scores are intended to reflect stable belief endorsement rather than random responding.
Is there a version suitable for Russian-speaking respondents?
A Russian-language adaptation is available and accounts for cultural and linguistic differences. This improves clarity and supports cross-cultural comparisons.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment
Paranormal Belief Scale, RPBS Test

Revised Paranormal Belief Scale (RPBS) Test - Symptoms and Signs

This self-report measure assesses the extent to which an individual endorses beliefs in paranormal and related phenomena. The Revised Paranormal Belief Scale (RPBS) was developed by Jerome E. Tobacyk and is commonly used in research contexts to quantify paranormal belief as a psychological construct.

The instrument contains 26 items and typically requires about 5 minutes to complete. Items are presented as statements reflecting different domains of paranormal belief, allowing for estimation of overall endorsement patterns that may be examined within or across cultural groups. The Revised Paranormal Belief Scale (RPBS) is intended for non-diagnostic use and should be interpreted in conjunction with study aims, sampling considerations, and standard psychometric practice.

Author: Jerome E. Tobacyk
Literature: Tobacyk, J. J. A revised paranormal belief scale. International Journal of Transpersonal Studies. 2004.
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