Data Analyst — UP Digital Initiative

About this AI-Augmented Data Analyst role at UPDESCO (Uttar Pradesh Development Systems Corporation)

UPDESCO is hiring mid-level Data Analysts for Uttar Pradesh's digital governance initiative—a direct-application government contract role in Lucknow. You'll work on real state-level analytics projects, applying Python, SQL, and AI productivity tools to drive data-informed policy decisions. This is a 2-year contract opportunity for experienced analysts ready to scale their impact in the public sector.

What you'll do

• Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and aggregate governance data from large datasets.
• Use Python (pandas) for exploratory data analysis, data cleaning, and statistical reporting across digital initiative metrics.
• Build dashboards and visualizations in Power BI to present insights to stakeholders and policy teams.
• Leverage AI tools for productivity—automating routine analysis, drafting reports, and accelerating insight discovery.
• Support decision-making by translating raw data into actionable recommendations for UP's digital transformation programs.

Who should apply

You need a B.Tech or MCA degree with at least 2 years of hands-on analytics experience. This is a mid-level data analyst role, not entry-level; you should be comfortable with SQL, Python (especially pandas), and business intelligence tools like Power BI. Experience with AI-assisted productivity tools is a bonus. Government sector domain knowledge is not required—analytical rigor is.

Salary & offer in context

UPDESCO offers ₹60,000–₹85,000 per month on a 2-year contract. For a mid-level AI-Augmented Data Analyst in India, this sits in the solid mid-market range—competitive for government roles and typical for state-level digital initiatives. Private sector AI engineer salaries in India often run higher, but government roles trade some salary for stability and learning breadth.

Path to apply

This is a direct-application role—no written exam barrier. You apply online through UPDESCO's career portal (updesco.gov.in/careers) with your CV, cover letter, and portfolio. Shortlisted candidates move straight to an interview round. The application deadline is 8 June 2026, so apply soon to secure your spot in Lucknow's growing digital governance team.