DET

Duolingo English Test

Duolingo English Test

The Duolingo English Test (DET) is an innovative, fast, and affordable English language proficiency test that has become a popular alternative for students applying to universities abroad. Accepted by over 4,000 institutions globally, Duolingo offers a flexible, online testing option that evaluates your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in real-world contexts.

Why take the Duolingo English Test?

  • Convenient and Accessible: Take the test online from the comfort of your home, anytime, with no need to travel to a test center.
  • Quick Results: Receive your scores within 48 hours, speeding up your application process.
  • Affordable: The Duolingo test is a cost-effective option compared to other English proficiency tests.
  • Widely Accepted: Accepted by universities and institutions around the world, including in the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia.
  • Adaptive Testing: The test adapts to your ability level, making it a more accurate and efficient measure of your English proficiency.

Duolingo English Test Structure

The Duolingo English Test contains Comprehension, Conversation, Literacy, and Production.

Exam pattern

Introduction and Video Interview (1–3 minutes)

You will be asked a few introductory questions to capture a video response.

Adaptive Test (45 minutes)

Includes a variety of tasks such as reading comprehension, sentence completion, listening and responding to audio, and speaking prompts.

Writing and Speaking Tasks (10 minutes)

Write a short essay and answer spoken questions to assess your communication skills

Total Time

1 Hour

Min. Score

100 or above

Other Details

Nature of Exam

Adaptive and online

Total Scores

160

Registration

Online

Links

https://englishtest.duolingo.com/

Test Fee

₹ 5500/-

Score Validity

2 Years

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