Pratilipi has an opening for a Data Scientist (Fresher) in Kolkata. If you enjoy digging into messy data, writing SQL that answers a real question and explaining the answer in plain language, this full-time applied data science role will suit you.
About the role
This Data Scientist (Fresher) role…
About Pratilipi
Pratilipi is hiring a Data Scientist (Fresher) in Kolkata — a full-time analytics role working in Python, scikit-learn and SQL, with an indicative CTC of 3.5 LPA–6.9 LPA and 1 opening.
B.E./B.Tech, B.Sc/M.Sc (Statistics / Mathematics / Data Science / Computer Science), BCA/MCA or MBA (Analytics) graduates with 0–1 years of relevant experience, based in Kolkata or willing to relocate. You should be comfortable with Python, Pandas & NumPy, Scikit-learn, able to work independently on a defined analytical question, and able to communicate the answer in plain language. Freshers and 2026 graduates are explicitly welcome — a portfolio of real analysis counts for more than years on a CV.
Perks
Learning & certification support (SQL, Power BI, Tableau, cloud)Paid leaves and public holidaysFlexible / hybrid working optionsModern analytics tooling and licensed BI seatsClear appraisal cycle and internal mobilityEmployee wellness programmesTeam offsites and networking opportunitiesCompetitive salary as per market benchmarks
Interview & Selection Process
5 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:
1Resume screening and profile shortlisting by the talent acquisition team
2Hiring manager discussion — role expectations, ownership and team fit
3Online assessment — SQL, Excel and quantitative aptitude
4Technical interview 1 — SQL joins, aggregations, window functions and data modelling
5HR discussion — compensation, notice period, joining date and offer roll-out