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How to hire a data analyst

You need someone to turn data into clear reports and insights that help the team decide. Here is what to pay, what to look for, and the fastest way to find good candidates.

What to pay

Fresher0–1 year
₹25,000 – ₹40,000
a month · ₹3 lakh–₹4.8 lakh a year
Experienced2–5 years
₹45,000 – ₹90,000
a month · ₹5.4 lakh–₹10.8 lakh a year
Senior5+ years
₹90,000 – ₹1,70,000
a month · ₹10.8 lakh–₹20.4 lakh a year

Offering at or above the middle of the range brings more and better applicants. Pay by city

What to look for

  • Strong SQL and Excel
  • A BI tool like Power BI or Tableau
  • Python or R is a plus
  • Good with numbers and clear communication
  • Degree in a quantitative field

Signs of a strong candidate

  • SQL plus Power BI or Tableau
  • Python for analysis
  • Business domain knowledge: e-commerce, finance or marketing

Hire in 4 steps

  1. Write the job. Start from our data analyst job description and add your timings, location and benefits.
  2. Post it free on eGig with the salary shown. Verified employers go live at once, and matching members get it by email and WhatsApp.
  3. Shortlist and interview. Use a short practical task and our interview questions with answers to look for.
  4. Make the offer with the free offer letter generator, then an appointment letter on joining.
Post the job free

Questions employers ask

How much should I pay a data analyst?

Typical pay is ₹25,000–₹40,000 a month for a fresher and ₹45,000–₹90,000 with 2–5 years’ experience. Big-city employers usually pay 10–15% more.

Where can I find a data analyst?

Post the job free on eGig with the salary shown; jobs with salary get more applicants. You can also search member profiles by skill and city, and invite freelancers for short projects.

What should I ask in the interview?

Ask about real situations from their past work, test the core skill with a short task, and check how they communicate. Our free interview question list for this role has answers to look for.

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