Data Entry Operator

Role Summary

You will be responsible for accurately entering, verifying and processing data from various sources (paper documents, digital files, spreadsheets etc.) into the organisation’s database or information system. Good typing speed, attention to detail and basic computer skills are essential. The role may be full-time, part-time or even work-from-home, depending on employer.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and organise source documents (forms, written/typed material, digital images) for data input.
• Enter data accurately into system/spreadsheet, maintaining high level of accuracy and speed.
• Perform data verification: check for completeness, correct entry, missing fields, discrepancies.
• Clean and format data as required (remove duplicates, standardise entries, ensure formatting compliance).
• Maintain proper records of input data, backup if required and track progress (e.g., % complete).
• Respond to data queries or correction requests from supervisors/other departments.
• Meet daily/weekly targets regarding number of entries processed while maintaining quality.
• May perform other clerical tasks: scanning documents, filing, basic reporting, assisting in archiving.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and follow company/department data security protocols.

Qualifications & Experience

• Educational qualification: Usually 10th or 12th pass, possibly Diploma/Graduate depending on employer. (Listings in the region include 12th pass freshers for data entry roles in Prakasam district) Placement India+2Placement India+2
• Experience: Fresher or 0-1 year experience typical for initial roles. Some roles may require 1-2 years of similar work.
• Skills:
  • Typing speed (often 30-40+ words per minute or higher)
  • Familiarity with MS Office (especially Excel, Word)
  • Basic computer awareness (folders, files, keyboard shortcuts)
  • Attention to detail, accuracy, ability to focus on repetitive tasks
  • Good command of language (often English + regional language)
• If work is remote or work-from-home, you may need your own computer or reliable internet connection.

Desired Attributes

• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and meet output targets.
• Strong concentration and ability to minimise errors.
• Comfort with repetitive tasks and routine work.
• Good communication (for queries/corrections with other teams)
• Reliable, punctual, self‐motivated (especially if part-time/remote)

Working Conditions

• Mostly office-based (in Kandukur or nearby town) or possibly home-based for remote roles.
• Sitting for long hours, working at computer screen.
• Possibly shiftwork if service-industry or BPO/outsourcing environment.
• Monitoring targets and performance metrics.
• Regular attendance and adherence to schedule is important.

Salary & Benefits (Indicative for Kandukur / Prakasam region)

• For entry‐level freshers: Typically local listings show monthly salary in region of ~ ₹10,000-₹18,000 (varies widely depending on full-time vs part-time etc). For example: data entry/back-office jobs in Kandukur listed at monthly ~ ₹18,000-25,000 for certain roles. olx.in+1
• Benefits may include: Provident Fund (if full-time), leave, performance bonus, possibly training.
• Part-time or freelance roles may pay per piece or per hour rather than fixed salary.

How to Apply / What to Prepare

• Prepare a CV highlighting your education, any computer/data entry experience, typing speed, software skills.
• Mention your location (Kandukur / Prakasam) – local candidates can be advantageous.
• Be ready to show basic computer proficiency and perhaps do a typing/test during interview.
• Ask employer how many entries per day target is expected, whether full-time or part-time, onsite or remote.
• Verify legitimacy of role: since many remote/part-time postings exist (some may be freelance or potentially less stable) – check employer credibility. For example, job boards show many “Data entry & back office jobs in Kandukur” listings.