Duolingo English Test Fees in India 2025 : Registration, Cancellation & Rescheduling Fees

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Raj Vimal
Assistant Manager Editorial
Updated on Apr 22, 2025 18:04 IST
A new addition to the existing English Language Proficiency tests, the Duolingo English Test or DET has been created by language testing professionals with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI). Duolingo exam fees is also not very robust. The objective behind the same was to build a modern testing experience based on research. Attempting the test is very convenient as the same can be taken from the comfort of your home or any place of your choice, at any time.

Duolingo English Test Fee

The Duolingo English Test is a popular alternative to traditional English proficiency exams like IELTS, TOEFL etc. More than 5500 universities across the world, accept scores of DET test. The Duolingo English Test can be completed within one hour and the results of the same can be obtained in two days. To take this test, students need to pay the Duolingo English Test fee for Indians, which is USD 70 (INR 6,000).

There are no additional charges levied to share scores with universities, and you can share the same with as many colleges as you like. You can make this payment by using the online payment options mentioned there. This article will help you understand the different types of fees for the Duolingo English Test. 

Table of content
  • Duolingo English Test (DET) Fee in India 2025
  • DET Credit Policy
  • DET Cancellation Fees
  • DET Rescheduling Fees
  • Terms and Conditions for DET Refund

Duolingo English Test (DET) Fee in India 2025

There are two ways to take the DET. You can either purchase one test or buy a test bundle, which lets you attempt two tests, one after another, after a short break. The Duolingo English Test fee, i.e. the fee for one single test, is USD 70. The other alternative is to purchase a test bundle in which the test takers can take two tests and send the best score to the DET accepting universities worldwide.

This test bundle is for those who wish to save money, as the same is available for a discounted price of $59 each (INR 5,041). This indicated that one needs to pay $118 (INR 10,100) in total for both tests. Once you’ve bought the bundle, you will have to appear for the first test within 21 days. After you’ve got your first DET test result, you can attempt your second test again within another 21 days. NO REFUND will be made for the test bundle purchases.

Check out a detailed breakdown of Duolingo English Test fees

  • Single Test: USD 70 (Approximately INR 6,000)
  • Bundle of Two Tests: USD 118 (Approximately INR 1,050)
  • For Faster Results: To get faster results within 12 hours, test takers need to pay an additional fee of USD 40 (INR 3,406). 

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Duolingo English Test Result Fee

Those who wish to obtain their results within 12 hours of appearing for the test can buy the DET Faster test by paying an additional $33. You can make this payment with your debit or credit card.

DET Credit Policy

A test taker obtains one single credit as soon as he/she buy a single Duolingo English Test. On buying a DET bundle, two credits will be provided to you. One can attempt this test only through this credit. One certified result may be obtained per credit. Keep in mind that buying a DET won’t assure a certified result. Three chances are given to utilise the credit to attempt and upload the test. As soon as you start the test, it will be considered an attempt.

DET Cancellation Fees

A test taker can cancel or reschedule the Duolingo English Test (DET) anytime they want. Although you don’t have to pay any fee for cancelling the test, the money you paid earlier won’t be refunded. Also, a candidate has a total of 21 days to attempt the test. In case of his inability to do so, his test will get cancelled automatically.

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DET Rescheduling Fees

After a test taker has made a payment for the Duolingo English Test, he/she will have to take it within 21 days. During this duration, if one wishes to reschedule his/her test for any reason, the same can be done without paying anything. If he/she fails to do so, as mentioned above, his test will then stand cancelled and the booking will again have to be done from scratch.

Terms and Conditions for DET Refund

Before taking the test, make sure you're aware of the common rules in the Duolingo English Test; violating these can lead to your test being invalidated. In case a test taker faces issues during the test or is unable to obtain the result within a commercially reasonable time frame once the test is done, Duolingo will assist you with the same. At its convenience, Duolingo will either refund your money or provide you with a credit for the same. It may also try to solve the prevailing issue related to the test. 

If you think you deserve a refund due to the test issue, you will be required to state the problem in writing to Duolingo within 24 hours of the occurrence of the same. Make sure that you provide any details that Duolingo requires and are not accountable for the test issue. The amount of refund you would obtain won’t be greater than the real amount you paid for the exam.

The purpose of the test is to evaluate a person’s ability to comprehend written and spoken English at distinct proficiency levels, i.e. from novice to advanced. Those appearing for the test will face questions and exercises on reading, writing, listening, and speaking. 

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Q:   What are Duolingo English faster results?
A:

Duolingo Faster Results is a feature of the Duolingo English Test that sends results on the same day. To utilize this feature, you need to pay an additional USD 33 (INR 2,800), separate from the standard registration fee. There will be no change in exam format. It only reduces the turn around time. Please note that purchases for Duolingo Faster Results are non-refundable.

Q:   What is the Duolingo English Test (DET) fee for Indians?
A:

The Duolingo English Test fee for Indian students is US $70 (INR 6000 approx). The exam conducting body, recently updated the fees . Earlier, it was USD 65. This is just for one test.

Students can make booking for two DET test at a time to save money. They will be required to pay US $118 (INR 10,196) as Duolingo English Test fee, USD $59 per test. The DET result will be available to download after 48 hours. The result of this examination is valid for two years .

Q:   Is Duolingo registration open for 2025?
A:

Yes,   the registration window for the Duolingo English Test 2025 is open year-round. Just visit the official Duolingo website and select the English test. There's no need to worry about slots or timings, as you can take the test from the comfort of your home.

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