Whether you're facing a bundled "Mixed" assessment or individual subject tests, this guide breaks down every format, time limit, and strategy you need to pass SHL.
Employers often combine multiple subjects into one test session. Depending on the company, you will face one of these three main variations.
| Platform Name | Subjects Included | Format | Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify G+ (Standard) | Numerical, Inductive, Deductive | Multiple Choice | 30 Qs / 36 Mins |
| Verify Interactive G+ | Numerical, Inductive, Deductive | Drag-and-Drop (Adaptive) | 24 Qs / 36 Mins |
| General Ability Screen | Numerical, Inductive, Deductive, Verbal | Multiple Choice | 12 Qs / 10 Mins |
Whether you take them bundled in Verify G+ or as standalone assignments, these are the individual skills SHL tests for.
Standalone Stats
Evaluates how well you extract and interpret data from charts, statistical tables, and graphs using percentages, ratios, and currency conversions.
Pro Tip: Always read the question before studying the chart. Use approximation to eliminate obviously wrong answers.
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Read dense paragraphs and classify subsequent statements as True, False, or Cannot Say based strictly on the text provided.
Pro Tip: Leave outside knowledge at the door. Watch for absolute words like "all", "always", or "never" they are usually traps.
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Measures fluid intelligence using shapes, symbols, and sequences. You must identify hidden underlying rules (rotation, movement, color shifting).
Pro Tip: Analyze frames systematically: check position, size, shape, and fill separately. SHL often overlays two rules at once.
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Top-down logic. You are given a set of strict rules (scheduling, seating, syllogisms) and must determine the single valid outcome.
Pro Tip: Translate negative statements to positive ones on scratch paper. Eliminate choices that violate any single rule instantly.
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Measures attention to detail at extreme speeds, primarily for administrative roles. You must compare random strings of letters and numbers to spot errors.
Pro Tip: Break strings into chunks of 2 or 3 characters. Start comparing from the end to break visual fatigue.
If taking Verify G+, the mental shift from data analysis to abstract logic is tough. Do full-length mixed simulations, not just single-topic drills.
Never practice untimed. You need to internalize what 50-70 seconds per question feels like so you know when to guess and move on.
If your test is Activity-Based, prepare for the adaptive algorithm. It pushes you to your difficulty ceiling immediately; do not panic if it feels hard.
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Individual tests evaluate one skill (like Numerical). Verify G+ is a 'Mixed' assessment that combines Numerical, Inductive, and Deductive questions into a single seamless test session.
No. SHL cognitive tests only score you on correct answers. Always answer every question, even if you need to guess before the timer runs out.
Click the link in your invitation email to view the instructions page. If the instructions describe an "activity-based test" or mention dragging and interacting with elements, it is the Interactive version.
It depends on the employer. Your invitation email should specify. If it does not, contact the recruiter to confirm. Generally, standard Numerical Reasoning allows them.
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