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title: Is there a minimum age for these tests?
description: "There is no official minimum age for IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo. In practice, most test-takers are 16+. For younger students (Grade 9-10), these tests are perfectly takeable if the student is prepared, there is no disadvantage to taking them early."
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/is-there-a-minimum-age-for-english-tests/"
updated: "2026-05-19"
category: English Proficiency Tests
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# Is there a minimum age for these tests?

There is no official minimum age for IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo. In practice, most test-takers are 16+. For younger students (Grade 9-10), these tests are perfectly takeable if the student is prepared, there is no disadvantage to taking them early.