Data Scientist — Associate (Fresher Track)

About this Data Scientist role at Meesho

Meesho is hiring Associate Data Scientists for freshers from the 2026 graduating class in Bengaluru on a permanent, on-site basis. This is a direct entry-level opportunity for fresh graduates into India's thriving AI and machine learning sector, at one of India's fastest-growing fintech and social commerce platforms. As a fresher Data Scientist in Bengaluru, you'll work on real-world problems using Python, SQL, and machine learning models that power millions of transactions.

What you'll do

• Build and deploy machine learning models using Python and statistical methods to solve business problems
• Write SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze data from production databases
• Apply statistical thinking and hypothesis testing to validate model performance and business assumptions
• Develop and maintain project portfolios demonstrating end-to-end ML workflows from problem definition to deployment
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to translate data insights into actionable recommendations

Who should apply

This role is exclusively for freshers from the 2026 graduating batch. You must have a B.Tech, M.Tech, or M.Sc Statistics degree with a strong foundation in machine learning and statistics. Meesho expects you to have hands-on Python experience, SQL proficiency, and a project portfolio demonstrating your statistical thinking and ML capabilities. If you're a recent graduate or graduating this year with coding fundamentals and statistics knowledge, you're eligible to apply directly.

Salary & offer in context

Meesho offers ₹16–22 LPA (₹1,33,333–₹1,83,333 per month) for this Associate Data Scientist role. For fresher Data Scientist positions in India, this salary is competitive and reflects the premium market rates for AI and machine learning talent in Bengaluru's thriving tech ecosystem.

Path to apply

This is a direct online application through Meesho's careers portal — no competitive exam required. After submitting your application, you'll go through a written technical test followed by rounds of interviews. The application deadline is June 30, 2026, so if you meet the eligibility criteria, apply soon to secure your slot for this permanent Data Scientist role in Bengaluru.