Pearson Profession Center (Near Manipal Center)

There are currently two test centers in Bangalore/Bengaluru. The one at Whitefield had terrible reviews, so I chose this one instead. My thoughts:

Ease of locating:
Took an Uber. You can search for it on the app, throws up as 'Pearson Professional Center'. If you see it on Dickenson road (near Manipal center), that's the place.

The center itself:
- Lighting maybe a bit dull but I didn't notice once the test started
- Cooling in the room is comfortable
- Not too much noise. Additionally, they provide earmuffs at every machine that can be used to drown out most sounds
- Only one restroom. So there was a queue to use it and a few of those taking the exam overshot their break due to this
- Staff: Excellent. Cordial, professional, efficient, polite yet not too friendly (which is a good thing).

Facilities: My locker did not have a working lock. I had to leave it unlocked but had no issues with this since the place has cameras all over

Tips/Do's and don't's:
- Every time you enter the test room your palm veins will be scanned and a test administrator will accompany you to log in to the system and continue the exam for you. So, account for losing a few seconds to this
- Try the writing equipment as soon as you are allowed to so you can get new pens if needed
- Remove ear studs/piercings before taking the exam if you intend to use the ear muffs
- Some may find the ear muffs a bit uncomfortable due to how quiet it gets once they are on!
- If using the restroom, try to do it as soon as you get out of the testing room else gets crowded
- 4 wheeler may be a problem so plan accordingly
- Do not expect to be allowed into the center before time. My slot was at 9 AM, we were not allowed into the center till about 8.25 AM
- You will need to leave all your personal belongings, including your watch in the locker