Data Analyst
Data Analysts collect, clean and analyze data to produce actionable insights for businesses, startups and public sector organisations in India. They work across domains such as e‑commerce, fintech, healthcare and consulting, using statistics, SQL and visualization tools to inform strategy and operations.
Actions for your grade
- Take online beginner courses in Python and basic statistics
- Work on small data projects (class surveys, visualisations)
- Join school clubs for coding, maths or quiz teams
Your complete path from Grade 10 to Data Analyst
Every step you need — from now to your first job.
Strong software and database skills from engineering degrees help transition into analytics roles.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsJEE Main or JEE Advanced or BITSAT or MHT CET
- DegreeB.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology (4 years)
- CollegesIIT Bombay · IIT Delhi · BITS Pilani
- CareerData Analyst
Provides a rigorous foundation in statistics and probability commonly used in analytics.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsCUET UG
- DegreeB.Sc in Mathematics / Statistics (3 years) or B.Stat (where available)
- CollegesDelhi University · St Xaviers College Mumbai · Christ University Bengaluru
- CareerData Analyst
Good for business analytics roles where domain knowledge of markets and finance is useful.
- NowCommerce Stream
- ExamsCUET UG
- DegreeB.A. / B.Com (Economics / Honours) (3 years)
- CollegesShri Ram College of Commerce · Lady Shri Ram College · St Xaviers College Mumbai
- CareerData Analyst
A PG degree or MBA in analytics accelerates entry into senior and strategy-facing analyst roles.
- NowAny Stream Stream
- ExamsCAT
- DegreeMBA / M.B.A. (Business Analytics) or M.Sc (Data Science) (2 years)
- CollegesIIM Ahmedabad · IIM Bangalore · IIM Calcutta
- CareerData Analyst
Entrance exams
| Exam | Eligibility | Difficulty | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
JEE Main NTA | Class 12 PCM | Very Hard | Jan & Apr |
JEE Advanced IIT (rotating) | JEE Main top 2.5L | Very Hard | May |
BITSAT BITS Pilani | Class 12 PCM, 75%+ | Hard | May-Jun |
MHT CET Maharashtra State CET Cell | Class 12 PCM (Maharashtra domicile preferred) | Medium | Apr-May |
CUET UG NTA | Class 12 (any stream) | Medium | May-Jun |
CAT IIMs | Bachelor's degree 50%+ | Very Hard | Nov |
Where to Study
Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.