I keep hearing about the DET exam for studying abroad?? What exactly is it?? Also how do i know the det exam date and stuff?? Please help 
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What is the DET?
DET stands for Duolingo English Test. It’s an English language proficiency test that is accepted by thousands of universities and institutions worldwide,especially in the USA, Canada, UK, and Australia.
Format of the DET:
Entirely online
Takes about 45 to 60 minutes
Adaptive test: Questions get harder or easier based on your responses.
Conducted via computer with a camera and microphone (you must be alone in a quiet room)
What does it test?
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
It combines all skills in integrated tasks like:
- Describing an image
- Listening and typing
- Reading aloud
- Short speaking or writing responses
- Long writing (essay-style)
Score:
Total score: 10–160
Score levels:
155-160: Expert
145-155: Very Good
125-145: Good
105-125: Moderate
Below 105: Needs improvement
Result Time:
You get results within **48 hours
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Hey @uttara404error So DET stands for the Duolingo English Test—it’s an online English proficiency test (just like IELTS/TOEFL) used for university admissions in English-speaking countries. It’s completely online, takes about 1 hour, and includes a 45-minute adaptive section (reading/listening/writing/speaking) plus a 10-minute writing and video‑speaking sample .
You don’t need to go to a test center—just use a quiet room, webcam, microphone, and stable internet. It costs around USD 60–70 (approx. ₹4,800–₹5,300 in India), which is much cheaper than IELTS or TOEFL .
The best part—you can take it anytime, 24/7, no fixed dates or slots; you just register and then complete the test within 21 days after purchase. Results are available within 48 hours, or even within 12 hours with an extra fee.
DET scores range from 10 to 160 and are valid for 2 years. Many universities in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and more accept it—but note top UK unis like Oxford, Cambridge, and Lancaster still don’t accept DET. Always double-check the specific university.
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Okay so DET means Duolingo English Test… it’s like an alternative to IELTS n TOEFL for proving ur English skills when applying abroad. it’s all online, u can take it from home with just a webcam + mic. Test’s like 1 hour long, adaptive type.