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Before We Start
The DET is one of the most convenient and affordable English proficiency tests available today. Everything you need to know before you start preparing.
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The Duolingo English Test (DET) is an online, at-home English proficiency test developed by Duolingo. You take it on your computer with a webcam — no test centre booking, no travel. It is adaptive, meaning the questions adjust in difficulty based on your responses. Results are available within 48 hours and accepted by over 4,000 universities and institutions worldwide.
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University applicants — thousands of universities in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and Europe accept the DET for admissions. Those who prefer flexibility — no fixed test dates, no centre booking. You can take the DET any time, from anywhere. Those on a budget — at $65, the DET costs significantly less than IELTS or PTE while being accepted by most of the same institutions.
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The Duolingo English Test is scored on a scale of 10 to 160. You receive an overall score plus four subscores — Literacy, Comprehension, Conversation, and Production — each scored 10 to 160. Universities see your overall score, your subscores, a short video interview, and a written sample. All four components are reviewed as part of your application.
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Most universities (US/Canada/UK) — 100 to 115 Competitive programmes & top universities — 115 to 130 Top research universities (MIT, Harvard, etc.) — 125 to 145 Community colleges & foundation programmes — 85 to 95
How We Train
The Duolingo English Test has over 10 unique task types — many of them unlike anything in IELTS or PTE. Familiarity with each format is half the battle. We train every one.
The Literacy subscore reflects your ability to read and write in English. Key task types include Read and Complete — where you fill in missing letters in words mid-sentence, testing spelling and vocabulary simultaneously — and Read and Select, where you must identify real English words from a list that also contains plausible-looking non-words. These tasks look deceptively simple but trip up candidates who haven't practised them. We drill both formats until accuracy and speed are second nature, then layer in the Read, then Write task where a short reading passage becomes the input for a written response.
The Comprehension subscore covers your ability to understand spoken and written English. The Listen and Type task — where you hear an audio clip and must transcribe it accurately — is one of the highest-stakes tasks in the entire test. Accuracy, spelling, and punctuation all matter. A single missed word can cost you. We run structured dictation drills and accent exposure sessions that make this task manageable under pressure. We also train the Listen, then Speak task, where comprehension of an audio clip feeds directly into a speaking response.
The Conversation subscore measures how well you can communicate — listening, processing, and responding in real time. The Speak About the Topic task gives you a prompt and 30 to 90 seconds to respond aloud. Most candidates either over-prepare a scripted answer (which sounds unnatural and scores poorly) or under-prepare and run out of ideas mid-response. We train the structured response method that keeps your speaking natural, coherent, and full for the full duration. We also prepare you for the Video Interview — the unscored but university-visible two-minute response that admissions teams actually read.
The Production subscore reflects your ability to produce English — both in writing and speech. The Write About the Photo task asks you to describe an image in detail within 60 seconds: a high-speed writing task that rewards vocabulary range and sentence variety. The Read Aloud task scores your pronunciation, fluency, and oral accuracy as you read a short paragraph aloud. Both tasks are AI-graded and reward consistent, natural production over memorised phrases. We also prepare you for the Writing Sample — the optional but university-visible extended response that gives admissions teams a fuller picture of your writing ability.
Who This Is For
Applying to universities in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, or Europe. The DET is accepted by 4,000+ institutions — including many of the same universities that accept IELTS and PTE. Faster, cheaper, and just as valid.
No test centre anxiety, no fixed slots to book weeks in advance. The DET is taken at home on your own schedule — you need a computer, a webcam, and a quiet room. That flexibility matters for working professionals and students with tight schedules.
At $65 per attempt, the Duolingo English Test costs a fraction of IELTS or PTE. If you need multiple attempts to reach your target score, the financial flexibility matters. And since you can retake quickly, momentum never stalls.
You've sat the DET before and one or two subscores are holding back your overall. We diagnose exactly which task types are costing you marks — usually Listen and Type or Speak About the Topic — and fix those specifically.
How It Works
We meet, understand your university goal, assess your current level across all four subscores, and map out your training plan. No sales pitch. No pressure. Just a clear picture of what your target DET score will take.
Your target score. Your weakest subscores. Your application deadline. We build the plan around exactly where your marks are going — not a generic task list.
Task-type drills, mock tests with subscore tracking, Video Interview practice, and Writing Sample coaching — until your DET score is consistently where your university needs it to be.
Reviews
I have done Duolingo coaching from unpyn academy last month. I have got good score also. The faculty Suma maam was really helpful 😊
This is a thank-you note for THE UNPYN ACADEMY.😊 It was an excellent experience with THE UNPYN ACADEMY for my IELTS Training. The trainers are experts in their respective areas, especially Dr. Bindu Ma'am and Ms. Suma Ma'am. I would highly recommend The UNPYN ACADEMY to those who are in search of one-on-one attention for IELTS, PTE, OET, DUOLINGO, or EVERYDAY ENGLISH (Spoken English). Unlimited practice materials are their highlights. Their compassionate approach helps students ease their anxiety about the proficiency tests.
I had a wonderful experience preparing for the Duolingo English Test with Suma Ma’am at Unpyn Academy. Her teaching style is very clear, supportive, and motivating. She explained each section of the test in a simple way and shared many useful tips and strategies that really helped improve my confidence and score. The practice sessions, guidance, and personal attention made a big difference in my preparation. I truly appreciate the patience and encouragement from Suma Ma’am throughout my DET journey. I highly recommend Unpyn Academy to anyone preparing for the Duolingo English Test.
I had a good experience with Duolingo coaching classes at Unpyn Academy. The classes by Suma ma’am were very good. She delivered the lectures with dedication and explained the concepts clearly. There were also many mock tests, which helped me a lot in the exam.
"I recently completed the Duolingo English course at Unpyn Academy and had a great experience! The course was engaging and interactive, with lessons that were both fun and challenging. The teachers were extremely supportive, always available to answer questions and provide feedback. They made learning feel effortless and enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend Unpyn Academy's Duolingo course to anyone looking to improve their language skill.
The Unpyn Academy helped me crack the Duolingo English test, a huge thanks to trainers Suma ma'am and Bindu ma'am. Provided lots of practice materials and regular mock tests.
FAQ
Most universities require a score between 100 and 115. Competitive and highly-ranked programmes typically ask for 115 to 130, and elite research universities may require 125 or above. Community colleges and foundation programmes often accept scores as low as 85. We confirm your institution's exact requirement before building your plan.
Three main differences: it is taken entirely at home (no test centre), it costs around $65 (significantly cheaper than IELTS at ~₹16,000 or PTE at ~₹15,900), and results arrive in 48 hours. The test format is also unique — adaptive questions, shorter overall duration (~60 minutes), and task types unlike anything in IELTS or PTE. It suits students who prefer flexible test-taking over fixed exam centre slots.
Most students reach their target score in 2 to 4 weeks of focused 1:1 training. Because the DET's task types are unlike other tests, format familiarity accounts for a large portion of the score improvement. Students with strong English can often reach their target in just 2 weeks once they know every task type well. A Capsule Course is available for urgent application deadlines.
Both. Our 1:1 sessions run fully online, in-person, or as a mix — whatever works for you. We train students across India. Since the DET itself is an at-home test, online preparation sessions are particularly natural for this exam.
We don't walk away. We review the result, identify the specific subscore gap, and continue working with you. Your goal doesn't change until you achieve it.
Yes. No catch. The free demo class is how we understand your goals, assess your current DET level across all four subscores, and show you exactly how your plan will work. You decide whether to continue — no pressure either way.
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