Duolingo English Test (DET)
The Duolingo English Test is a modern, online English proficiency exam accepted by thousands of universities worldwide. It evaluates reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through an adaptive test format. Unlike traditional English tests, DET is affordable, quick to take, and can be done from home with results available in 48 hours.
Requirements
- No formal prerequisites—anyone can take it. Conducted online with AI proctoring.
Test Duration & Fee
Approximately 1 hour total for the adaptive test. Some formats include an additional short video interview.
Standard fee: $59–$70 USD depending on source.
Some sources cite $59 USD.
Others show $70 USD (~INR 6,000), with bundle discounts available.
Fee bundles: Two tests for approximately $110–$118 USD (~$55–$59/test).
Exam Structure
- Adaptive Test: Covers reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Difficulty adjusts based on your answers.
- Video Interview (optional): Typically involves open-ended prompts to assess spoken fluency.
Scoring
Overall Score: Ranges from 10 to 160, in increments of 5.
Subscores (broken into four integrated categories):
Literacy (Reading + Writing)
Comprehension (Reading + Listening)
Conversation (Listening + Speaking)
Production (Writing + Speaking)
Proficiency Levels (CEFR Equivalents):Score Range Level Description 10–55 A1–A2 Basic 60–85 B1 Intermediate 90–115 B2 Upper-Intermediate 120–160 C1–C2 Advanced Scores ≥120 are considered proficient.
