Clinical Screening

MoCA Cognitive Screening

A rapid cognitive evaluation inspired by the Montreal Cognitive Assessment protocol. Screen 8 cognitive domains in just 15 minutes — used by clinicians worldwide.

Clinician-Validated · Quick Screening · Instant Results
Table of Contents
30
Questions
15m
Duration
8
Domains Measured
Free
No Payment

MoCA Cognitive Screening

The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was developed as a rapid screening instrument for mild cognitive impairment. Our digital adaptation preserves the multi-domain approach while providing a user-friendly online experience with immediate scoring.

Unlike traditional IQ tests that measure general intelligence, the MoCA-style assessment is designed as a cognitive health screening tool. It evaluates 8 distinct cognitive domains to identify potential areas of concern that may warrant professional evaluation.

Key Insight

The original MoCA has a maximum score of 30 points, with a score of 26 or above considered normal. Our adapted version provides percentile-based scoring for more detailed interpretation while maintaining the screening sensitivity of the original.

What Makes This Test Different

Adaptive difficulty, instant scoring, and a detailed cognitive profile across 8 domains. No registration needed — your results are calculated immediately upon completion.

8 Cognitive Domains

Each domain is independently scored to give you a complete cognitive profile

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Executive Function

Planning, mental flexibility, and task switching

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Visuospatial Skills

Visual perception, construction, and spatial reasoning

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Naming & Language

Object recognition, verbal fluency, and naming ability

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Memory

Delayed recall, recognition, and encoding

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Attention & Calculation

Sustained attention, concentration, and mental math

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Abstraction

Conceptual thinking and similarity recognition

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Orientation

Awareness of time, place, and personal information

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Verbal Fluency

Word generation speed and phonemic retrieval

Four Simple Steps

From start to finish in 15 minutes

1

Select Gender

Choose your demographic for age and gender-normed scoring

2

Answer Questions

Complete 30 scientifically calibrated questions at your own pace

3

Get Your Score

Receive your IQ score and percentile ranking instantly

4

View Profile

Explore your detailed cognitive profile and download your certificate

How the MoCA Cognitive Screening Is Scored

The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was developed by Dr. Ziad Nasreddine in 1996 as a rapid cognitive screening tool designed to detect mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Our online adaptation implements the same multi-domain assessment framework used in clinical settings worldwide.

Unlike traditional IQ tests that focus on general intelligence, the MoCA screening evaluates 8 specific cognitive domains: visuospatial/executive function, naming, memory, attention, language, abstraction, delayed recall, and orientation. This makes it uniquely suited for assessing cognitive health rather than ranking intelligence.

Your score is presented on a 30-point scale, with scores of 26 and above generally considered normal. However, our system also converts your performance to standard IQ-equivalent scores for easy comparison with our other assessments.

For a traditional intelligence measure, try our standard free IQ test or the Stanford-Binet assessment. For the most comprehensive cognitive profile, our CHC Cognitive Assessment measures 7 broad abilities. If you're a high achiever curious about Mensa eligibility, try our Mensa-style IQ test.

IQ Score Ranges

Scores follow a normal distribution with a mean of 100 and standard deviation of 15

< 85
Below Average
85–90
Low Average
90–110
Average
110–120
Above Average
120–130
Superior
> 130
Very Superior

Who Should Take the MoCA Cognitive Screening

The MoCA cognitive screening serves a different purpose than traditional IQ tests. Rather than measuring general intelligence, it's designed to detect early signs of cognitive decline and assess overall brain health. This makes it valuable for a different audience than our other assessments.

This screening is particularly relevant for:

  • Adults over 55 who want to establish a cognitive baseline and monitor their brain health over time
  • Healthcare-conscious individuals interested in a validated cognitive health screening tool used by clinicians worldwide
  • Family members who want to understand what a MoCA assessment involves before or after a clinical appointment
  • Medical and psychology students studying cognitive assessment tools and wanting hands-on experience with the Montreal Cognitive Assessment format

Important: This online screening is for educational and self-assessment purposes only. It does not replace a clinical evaluation by a healthcare professional. If you have concerns about cognitive decline, please consult your doctor.

Looking for a traditional IQ measurement instead? Our standard free IQ test provides a comprehensive cognitive profile in 20 minutes. The WAIS-style test offers the most detailed index-level analysis with 40 questions.

Choose Your Assessment

Each test offers a unique perspective on cognitive ability

Free IQ Test

25 questions · 5 domains

Take the Free IQ Test →

Mensa-Style Test

35 questions · 5 domains

Take the Mensa-Style IQ Test →

Stanford-Binet

30 questions · 5 factors

Try the Stanford-Binet IQ Test →

CHC Assessment

35 questions · 7 abilities

Try the CHC Cognitive Assessment →

MoCA Screening

30 questions · 8 domains

Current Test

WAIS Test

40 questions · 4 indices

Take the WAIS Intelligence Test →

Frequently Asked Questions

Our MoCA-style Cognitive Screening features 30 questions across eight cognitive domains, inspired by the Montreal Cognitive Assessment — a validated screening tool used by clinicians worldwide. Scores are normed against a global sample of over 27 million test-takers, giving you a meaningful comparison against a large and diverse population. While no online screening is a substitute for a clinical evaluation by a licensed healthcare professional, our methodology is grounded in peer-reviewed research and continuously refined to maximize reliability.

Test duration varies by assessment type, from 15 minutes for the MoCA screening to 45 minutes for the WAIS-style test. We recommend completing it in one sitting without interruptions for the most accurate results.

No — all our assessments are completely free. No registration, no credit card, no hidden fees. Take the test and view your full results instantly.

You'll receive your overall score, cognitive domain breakdown, percentile ranking compared to the general population, and a detailed interpretation of your cognitive strengths and areas for growth.

Yes, you can retake any test. We recommend waiting at least 1-2 weeks between attempts to ensure reliable results and minimize practice effects from question familiarity.

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