I have heard many stories about how horrible a test center can be and many of my friends faced various issues at their test centers. After hearing those reviews, i was more than afraid about the environment inside and outside the test center. I was praying that there shall not be any construction site or market near the center and inside the center no problems shall be there. Believe me the experience was awesome. The faculty is very friendly. The center is a very comfortable place with no or minimal disturbances. As students appearing for different exams type through so keyboard sounds might bug you a little but that is also well managed by separating every student by sound proof barriers and you will also get one noise cancellation headsets. Personally i dont like those headsets as they generally are very tight for obvious reasons and also I would suggest Pearson Vue to use ear plugs instead.

All in all that place is a very comfortable place with no issues at all.

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I was taking my third GMAT in London, High Holborn. I took other two GMAT in two different locations, and I can say that this is the best place among three.

1. Easy to access and easy to find. I stayed in Hyde Park, and only need less than 30 minutes using underground. Just 5 minutes walking from exit Holborn Underground Station.
2. I think all of the Pearson staffs were polite and respectful, no big issue about it.
3. Because of the location, I could find many test-takers. I think I met with more than 10 test takers here. Pearson provides three separate rooms for all of us. Everything was perfect, no issue.

Overall, I was satisfied. I am taking my fourth GMAT again in this center. Wish me luck!

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The test center was not too difficult to find. It is in a one-story building, with lots of parking around it. The people who work at this site are all very friendly. They provide all the things you need for the test and very quick in reacting when you raise your hand for additional help. The computers, tables, etc are clean and the chair is not uncomfortable to sit in. Overall its a good site to take the test. It's a pretty quiet facility, so you wont get too much distraction besides the typing noise of other people. They do have ear plugs you can use to avoid the typing noise

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The staff is extremely professional . I arrived 30 mins early and the staff was very courteous. The test center was very spacious clean and organised. The washrooms were also very clean and the check in after the two breaks was also very smooth. The center can be easily located and is only 10 mins by auto from andheri station. All in all i got a score of 720 and it was a great experience. Also whenever it came to getting an extra marker or anything you need the staff would quickly answer. Also the locker for keeping your stuff was in good condition. The temperature was also very comfortable

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Test center was very conveniently located (other locations are outside in the loop in the NW and SE locations). Center itself was relatively easy to find, although the parking is slightly confusing so i'd recommend visiting in person (parking structure is in a different building than the actual test center). Staff was very polite and professional, which was great so as to have 1 less thing to worry about on test day. Facilities were more than adequate. Noise level wasn't a factor.

I've also taken the exam at the SE Houston location. I would recommend the Bellaire location over the SE Houston location due to ease of accessibility and test center proximity.

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The GMAT center is located in the Sandton Office Towers, quite conveniently placed.

Upon entering the test center, the staff was polite and courteous and got me setup immediately. Everything was clean and well setup and the A/C was at the right temperature.

The only complaints I have are: The desks are all connected meaning if someone leans or bangs on their desk it also affects you which can get annoying. Additionally, some of the construction outside could be heard in the venue (not their fault) but this was only minor and didn't distract me with the noise cancelling headsets provided.

Overall a good experience and a comfortable enough venue to write such a long test

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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

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It was easily accessible centre within the Pune city. Located at symphony building 1st floor on range hills after the SIMS (Symbiosis college) going towards University circle. It total have approximately 10 PC for giving GMAT. Screen and keyboard quality is okay, can be improved.
GMAT should consider opening another centre or expanding this centre in Pune. You will not be able to get slot on weekend if not booking at least 30 days in advance.
Overall experience with bio metric ID procedure and coordinator is good.
So centre availability is average.
centre location is good.
keyboard, mouse and screen +seating- average.
Pearson staff and procedure is good.

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This test center (Begumpet area) is just what a GMAT exam needs. I was surprised and extremely impressed with their professionalism and neatness with which they conducted the whole of 4 hours of test for each and every candidate. Repeating every necessary step with a smile on their faces and very prompt.
I was pretty scared how the people would be conducting the test of such importance, but the atmosphere was just what one needs to stay focused on their exam, with no worries about the nitty gritties.
I am more surprised because of my bad experience at the other center in Hyderabad, which can be rated at 1 when compared to this center. All's well that ends well!
For those planning to take someone with them for support, please be informed that there is no waiting room here, so you need to have other arrangements for your partner/friend to stay while the test goes on. Sitting outside the center will not be a feasible option, as inside the center only the candidates are allowed. Once the test is over, you have to promptly collect your belongings and score (if reported) and leave.
To some it may feel uncomfortable, but I think this is how they maintain the sanctity of the test center which is crucial to our performance too.

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This review is for the test center located in the Worthington area of Columbus. The test center is conveniently located fr someone living in the Columbus area. It is just off I270. For students considering the 8am and 4pm time slot, please keep in mind the buffer time you may need due to the traffic head to and from 270. An alternate could be the Sancus road and the Worthington galena road. This center has no issue with parking spots. It is located in an office building, with a calm environment. The center has proper restrooms and walkways for a 5 minute break. The noise level is minimal. The only noise I could hear is that of the keyboard of the person sitting next to me. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place for a test taker.

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