Duolingo English Test Preparation
A fast, fully online, adaptive English test accepted by a growing number of universities and institutions worldwide — take it from home and get results in about two days.
How the Duolingo English Test is structured
One continuous online session, about 60 minutes in total, taken on your own computer with a webcam.
| Stage | Duration | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction & ID check | ~5 min | Identity verification and a webcam/microphone check before the test begins |
| Adaptive test section | ~45 min | Reading, listening, speaking and writing skills tested together through question types like Read and Select, Listen and Type, Write/Speak about Photos — difficulty adjusts to your answers in real time |
| Video & writing samples | ~10 min | An open-ended speaking and writing sample reviewed by human certifiers alongside your score |
Your Duolingo English Test preparation plan
A structured, personalised path from where you are now to where you need to be — built around Luminari's small-group and one-on-one teaching model.
Diagnostic & target setting
A practice test to see your current score band against the requirement for your target university or programme.
Adaptive-format skill drilling
Practice across all question types — reading, listening, speaking and writing blended together — since the real test moves fluidly between skills rather than separate sections.
Timed mock tests & webcam readiness
Full-length timed practice under real test conditions, including the identity-verification and webcam setup so test day holds no surprises.
Is Duolingo English Test right for you?
Study-abroad applicants on a deadline
Needing a fast turnaround — results are typically ready within two days.
Candidates without access to a test centre
Since the entire test is taken online from home on a computer with a webcard and microphone.
Budget-conscious applicants
Looking for a widely accepted test that's generally more affordable than traditional in-person exams.
Comfortable, tech-savvy test takers
Who are at ease with an adaptive, computer-based format rather than a face-to-face interview.
Ready to start your Duolingo English Test journey?
Speak with our team about the next available cohort, current fees, and a study plan built around your timeline.
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