High-paying data science jobs
Data scientists analyse data to find patterns and help organisations make decisions. They collect, clean, and interpret large data sets in industries like finance, healthcare, and technology. These roles need skills in maths, programming and communication to share insights clearly.
The 339 data science jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between ₹288,911 and ₹1,665,131 per year. Business Analyst, Data Scientist and Data Analyst are among the most popular high-paying roles
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Updated Jan 27, 2026
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Business Analyst
India
₹806,194
per year
Data Scientist
India
₹1,164,888
per year
Data Analyst
India
₹635,124
per year
Analyst
India
₹639,291
per year
Business Intelligence Developer
India
₹1,168,024
per year
Senior Business Analyst
India
₹1,159,149
per year
Senior Data Analyst
India
₹1,070,894
per year
Senior Analyst
India
₹863,806
per year
Senior Data Scientist
India
₹1,665,131
per year
Quantitative Analyst
India
₹20,455
per month
Business Intelligence Analyst
India
₹921,599
per year
Data Specialist
India
₹463,764
per year
Senior Business Intelligence Analyst
India
₹971,061
per year
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Business Analyst
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Business Analysts gather and analyse business needs, design process improvements and liaise between stakeholders and IT teams. They need proficiency in requirement elicitation, strong knowledge of business operations and skills in data interpretation and communication.
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India
₹806,194 per yearSkills
- Business analysis
- Analysis skills
- Agile
- SQL
- Project management
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Data Scientist
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Data Scientists analyse complex datasets to extract insights, build predictive models and support data-driven decisions. They need proficiency in statistics, expertise in programming languages like Python or R and sound understanding of machine learning concepts within business contexts.
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India
₹1,164,888 per yearSkills
- Python
- Machine learning
- AI
- SQL
- R
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Data Analyst
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Data Analysts gather and cleanse data, perform detailed analyses and create reports to support decision-making. They need expertise in data tools like SQL and Excel, domain knowledge and strong analytical thinking to translate numbers into insights for organisations.
See 42 jobsAverage pay
India
₹635,124 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- Data analysis skills
- R
- Tableau
- Power BI
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Analyst
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Analysts collect and analyse data to identify trends, prepare reports, and support decision-making in various sectors. They need proficiency in data tools, sector knowledge and strong problem-solving skills to provide meaningful insights and recommendations.
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India
₹639,291 per yearSkills
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
- SQL
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Business Intelligence Developer
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Business Intelligence Developers design data models, create reports and optimise data workflows to enable informed decisions. They need expertise in SQL, familiarity with BI tools and strong analytical abilities to translate complex data into clear insights.
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India
₹1,168,024 per yearSkills
- SQL
- Power BI
- Python
- Tableau
- Oracle
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Senior Business Analyst
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Senior Business Analysts gather and analyse complex data to recommend solutions, bridge stakeholders and development teams and lead requirement documentation. They need expertise in business analysis and understanding of industry trends. They also require strong communication skills.
See 17 jobsAverage pay
India
₹1,159,149 per yearSkills
- Business analysis
- Agile
- Analysis skills
- SQL
- Project management
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Senior Data Analyst
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Senior Data Analysts lead complex data interpretation, develop actionable insights and guide data-driven strategies. They need expertise in statistical analysis and proficiency with BI tools. They also require strong knowledge of business operations and sector-specific trends.
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India
₹1,070,894 per yearSkills
- Analytics
- Communication skills
- Data analysis skills
- Microsoft Excel
- R
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Senior Analyst
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Senior Analysts lead data analysis, interpret complex trends and support strategic decisions. They need expertise in statistical tools and industry-specific knowledge. They also require strong critical thinking to provide insights that drive business improvement and stakeholder value.
See 14 jobsAverage pay
India
₹863,806 per yearSkills
- SQL
- Analysis skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
- Python
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Senior Data Scientist
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Senior Data Scientists lead advanced analytics, design predictive models and guide data-driven strategies to solve complex problems. They need expertise in machine learning algorithms and industry-specific data trends. They also require strong communication to translate insights for diverse teams.
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India
₹1,665,131 per yearSkills
- Natural language processing
- AWS
- Machine learning
- AI
- Python
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Quantitative Analyst
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Quantitative Analysts build mathematical models to analyse financial data, guide investment decisions and manage risk. They need expertise in statistics and strong programming skills. They also require knowledge of financial markets to interpret complex datasets effectively.
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India
₹20,455 per monthSkills
- Java
- Machine learning
- AI
- Python
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Business Intelligence Analyst
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Business Intelligence Analysts transform complex data into insightful reports and dashboards, guiding decision-making and optimising business strategies. They need expertise in data analytics tools, industry trends and strong problem-solving skills to excel.
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India
₹921,599 per yearSkills
- SQL
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Analysis skills
- Python
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Data Specialist
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Data Specialists design databases, cleanse data for accuracy and analyse datasets to support decision-making. They need expertise in data management tools, knowledge of industry data standards and proficiency in statistical analysis and reporting software.
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India
₹463,764 per yearSkills
- Data analysis skills
- R
- Tableau
- Power BI
- Analysis skills
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Senior Business Intelligence Analyst
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Senior Business Intelligence Analysts develop complex data models, design actionable insights for strategic decisions and optimise reporting processes. They need expertise in data warehousing and strong industry analytics knowledge. They also require advanced skills in SQL and visualisation tools.
See 5 jobsAverage pay
India
₹971,061 per year