How much does the Duolingo English Test cost from India?

The DET costs about $70 worldwide — far less than IELTS (~$245). You take it online from home, so there is no test-centre travel from India.

Which universities accept the DET from India?

Acceptance depends on the destination country and university, not your nationality. Use the requirements pages to see what each destination needs, then confirm with the specific programme.

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The Duolingo English Test costs about $70 and is taken online from home — the same from India as anywhere. We have not yet added India-specific localized guidance, so this page is general guidance and is not yet indexed.

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How much does the Duolingo English Test cost from India?: The DET costs about $70 worldwide — far less than IELTS (~$245). You take it online from home, so there is no test-centre travel from India.
Which universities accept the DET from India?: Acceptance depends on the destination country and university, not your nationality. Use the requirements pages to see what each destination needs, then confirm with the specific programme.

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