duolingo

• • Purpose: Tests English language proficiency for academic and immigration purposes.
  • Accepted By: Over 4,000 universities worldwide, including many in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and Europe.
  • Available In: Fully online – can be taken from home.

Eligibility for Pakistani Students

• • • • No specific academic qualification required.
      • Must have a valid CNIC or passport for identity verification.
    • Must have access to:
      • A computer with a front-facing camera.
      • A stable internet connection.
      • A quiet, well-lit room.
  • Purpose: Evaluates your ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written English.

• Test Format:

  • Duration: ~1 hour (45 minutes test + 10 minutes video interview).
  • Sections Include:
    • Reading
    • Writing
    • Listening
    • Speaking
    • Adaptive Testing: Difficulty adjusts based on your answers.
    • Video Interview & Writing Sample: Sent to institutions (not graded but reviewed).

• Scoring:

• • Overall Score: 10–160 scale.
  • Skill Subscores:
    
    • Literacy (Reading + Writing)
    • Comprehension (Listening + Reading)
    • Conversation (Speaking + Listening)
    • Production (Writing + Speaking)
    • Minimum Score Requirements Vary by University:
    • Example: 105+ for top universities, 90–100 for many standard programs.

• Registration & Test Process:

  • Create an account
  • Download and install the Duolingo English Test desktop app.
  • Take a practice test (optional but recommended).
  • Pay the fee and take the test.
  • Receive results within 48 hours.

• Test Rules:

  • No other person in the room.
  • No headphones or external devices.
  • No writing tools (pen/paper) allowed.
  • No switching browser or using phone.

• Validity & Retakes:

  • Test Validity: 2 years.
  • Retake Policy: Up to 2 times in 30 days.

• Advantages:

  • Cheaper and faster than IELTS/TOEFL.
  • Can be taken anytime, anywhere.
  • Scores accepted by a growing number of universities.