AI Data Annotator (Part-time / Remote)

About this AI Data Annotator role at Karya (Microsoft Research India spinout)

Karya is hiring part-time AI Data Annotators across India, including remote positions perfect for freshers and those seeking flexible work. As a Microsoft Research India spinout, Karya focuses on AI training data quality — you'll help build the foundations that power AI models by annotating data in Indian languages. This is an ideal entry point into AI if you're a native speaker of an Indian language and have basic smartphone literacy.

What you'll do

• Annotate and label AI training data in your native Indian language, directly contributing to AI model development
• Review and validate data quality to ensure accuracy and consistency in annotation tasks
• Complete assigned annotation tasks using the Karya mobile app or web platform from any location
• Maintain attention to detail across repetitive annotation workflows to meet project standards
• Provide feedback on annotation guidelines to help improve the annotation process

Who should apply

This role is open to freshers and anyone seeking part-time flexible work. You must be a native speaker of at least one Indian language (including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Odia, Assamese, or Urdu). Basic smartphone literacy is required — you should be comfortable navigating mobile apps and following instructions. No prior AI experience is necessary; the focus is on language fluency and careful, detail-oriented work.

Salary & offer in context

Karya offers ₹15,000–₹40,000 per month for part-time AI Data Annotator roles, depending on language, availability, and performance. For freshers entering AI training and annotation work in India, this represents solid income for flexible, remote work — typical AI Trainer and Annotator roles for newcomers range from ₹12,000–₹35,000 monthly, so Karya's range is competitive and rewards consistent performance.

Path to apply

Apply directly through the Karya careers portal at karya.in/careers — no exam, no intermediary required. As a private AI startup (Microsoft Research India spinout), Karya uses direct online application, making the process straightforward. The deadline for applications is August 31, 2026, so apply soon to secure a spot. You can start part-time work remotely from anywhere in India once onboarded.