DET Preparation Tips 2026: How to Score 120+ in 2 Weeks

Looking for the best DET preparation tips to score 120+ in 2026? The Duolingo English Test is unique — its computer-adaptive format requires specific strategies that differ from IELTS or TOEFL preparation. With the right DET preparation tips and focused practice, Indian students can score 120+ in as little as 2 weeks. EEC's expert DET coaching at ₹7,500 covers every question type, adaptive test strategy, and video interview preparation to maximize your score.

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Can You Really Score 120+ in 2 Weeks?

Yes — but it depends on your starting English level. If you already score IELTS 5.5-6.0 or have strong fundamentals, 2 weeks of focused DET preparation can get you to 120+. The DET tests the same skills as other English tests, but in a unique adaptive format. Learning the format and practicing the specific question types is often enough to unlock a significantly higher score in a short time.

Understanding All DET Question Types

2-Week DET Preparation Plan

Section-by-Section Strategies

Reading Strategy

For Read and Complete, focus on common English collocations and sentence patterns. Read extensively in English — news articles, academic texts — to build pattern recognition. For Read and Select, build vocabulary systematically; know which letter combinations form real English words.

Listening Strategy

For Listen and Type, practice dictation daily using English podcasts or news. Focus on spelling accuracy — DET penalizes spelling errors. Train your ear for different accents and speeds, as the adaptive test increases difficulty progressively.

Speaking Strategy

For speaking tasks, practice speaking for exactly the allotted time (30-90 seconds). Use a structured approach: state your point, give details, conclude. Record yourself and review for fluency, pronunciation, and confidence. See our detailed DET speaking tips guide.

Writing Strategy

For writing tasks, use clear paragraph structure with topic sentences. Manage your time strictly — DET writing tasks are timed. Practice typing speed and accuracy. See our DET writing tips guide.

Common Mistakes Indian Students Make

Free and Paid Practice Resources

Why EEC Coaching Beats Self-Study

Self-study can work for DET, but EEC's coaching provides: (1) expert guidance on the adaptive algorithm, (2) targeted practice for YOUR weak areas, (3) video interview coaching (hard to self-practice), (4) timed mock tests in real conditions, and (5) access to EEC's DET Ready platform. At ₹7,500 for Classroom or Online Live, EEC's DET coaching at EEC is a small investment for a potentially life-changing score.

“I tried self-study for 2 weeks and scored DET 105. Then I joined EEC coaching for 10 days and retook the test — scored 130! The adaptive strategy coaching was the game-changer.”

— Sneha, MS in DS, Northeastern — DET 130

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