sigma research
Social and Developmental Research
Commercial Research
Data Collection and Analysis
Ethical Consulting
Over 17 years of excellence in social, developmental, and commercial research across India and beyond.
© 2022 sigma research
Social and Developmental Research
Commercial Research
Data Collection and Analysis
Ethical Consulting
Over 17 years of excellence in social, developmental, and commercial research across India and beyond.
© 2022 sigma research
Our clients
Our clients
(2008-25)
Our clients
(2008-25)
Years of Research Excellence since 2008
Years of Research Excellence since 2008
Years of Research Excellence since 2008
Clients served across public and private sector
Clients served across public and private sector
Clients served across public and private sector
Data Points Collected with 98% accuracy
Data Points Collected with 98% accuracy
Data Points Collected with 98% accuracy
Successful projects completed
Successful projects completed
Successful projects completed
Every project we take on is designed for long-term success.
Our approach is simple: we empower decision-makers with rigorous, ethical, and actionable research, addressing complex societal challenges through evidence-based solutions.
Our approach is simple: we empower decision-makers with rigorous, ethical, and actionable research, addressing complex societal challenges through evidence-based solutions.
We envision being the go-to partner for organizations aiming to create measurable impact, upholding the highest standards of research excellence.
We envision being the go-to partner for organizations aiming to create measurable impact, upholding the highest standards of research excellence.
About us
About us
About us
How we deliver research excellence.
How we deliver research excellence.
See how our team combines expertise, technology, and strategy to build powerful research solutions.
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Social Research Centre (SRC)
The team meticulously plans the design of the research study in accordance to client requirements.
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Social Research Centre (SRC)
The team meticulously plans the design of the research study in accordance to client requirements.
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Social Research Centre (SRC)
The team meticulously plans the design of the research study in accordance to client requirements.
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Field and Tab Unit (FTU)
They execute the research/study on field with all the relevant tools they would require to collect data accurately and efficiently.
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Field and Tab Unit (FTU)
They execute the research/study on field with all the relevant tools they would require to collect data accurately and efficiently.
02

Field and Tab Unit (FTU)
They execute the research/study on field with all the relevant tools they would require to collect data accurately and efficiently.
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Data Processing Unit
They process, analyze, and interpret complex social data with advanced statistical methodologies and data analysis tools.
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Data Processing Unit
They process, analyze, and interpret complex social data with advanced statistical methodologies and data analysis tools.
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Data Processing Unit
They process, analyze, and interpret complex social data with advanced statistical methodologies and data analysis tools.
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Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Ensures that research is conducted in an ethical and legally compliant manner, safeguarding the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants.
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Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Ensures that research is conducted in an ethical and legally compliant manner, safeguarding the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants.
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Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Ensures that research is conducted in an ethical and legally compliant manner, safeguarding the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants.
What we do
What we do
What we do
Solutions.
Solutions.
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Social and Developmental Research
Comprehensive studies addressing critical societal challenges, from health and nutrition to gender and environmental issues.
Focus Areas
Health Surveys
Nutrition Studies
Gender Research
Environmental Impact
Social Policy
Community Development
6+
Social and Developmental Research
(002)



Commercial Research
In-depth market insights and consumer behavior analysis to empower businesses across diverse sectors.
Focus Areas
Market Segmentation
Brand Tracking
Consumer Behavior Studies
Product Testing
Competitive Analysis
Retail Audits
6+
Commercial Research
(003)



Data Collection and Analysis
Advanced data gathering and processing using cutting-edge tools to deliver precise, actionable insights.
Focus Areas
Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection
Real-Time Monitoring
Statistical Analysis
Survey Design
Data Validation
5+
Data Collection and Analysis
(004)



Ethical Research Consulting
Expert guidance on research protocols and compliance, ensuring adherence to international ethical standards.
Focus Areas
IRB Protocol Development
US OHRP Compliance
Ethical Review Processese
Data Security
Cross-Border Research Support
5+
Ethical Research Consulting
(001)



Social and Developmental Research
Comprehensive studies addressing critical societal challenges, from health and nutrition to gender and environmental issues.
Focus Areas
Health Surveys
Nutrition Studies
Gender Research
Environmental Impact
Social Policy
Community Development
6+
Social and Developmental Research
(002)



Commercial Research
In-depth market insights and consumer behavior analysis to empower businesses across diverse sectors.
Focus Areas
Market Segmentation
Brand Tracking
Consumer Behavior Studies
Product Testing
Competitive Analysis
Retail Audits
6+
Commercial Research
(003)



Data Collection and Analysis
Advanced data gathering and processing using cutting-edge tools to deliver precise, actionable insights.
Focus Areas
Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection
Real-Time Monitoring
Statistical Analysis
Survey Design
Data Validation
5+
Data Collection and Analysis
(004)



Ethical Research Consulting
Expert guidance on research protocols and compliance, ensuring adherence to international ethical standards.
Focus Areas
IRB Protocol Development
US OHRP Compliance
Ethical Review Processese
Data Security
Cross-Border Research Support
5+
Ethical Research Consulting
(001)



Social and Developmental Research
Comprehensive studies addressing critical societal challenges, from health and nutrition to gender and environmental issues.
Focus Areas
Health Surveys
Nutrition Studies
Gender Research
Environmental Impact
Social Policy
Community Development
6+
Social and Developmental Research
(002)



Commercial Research
In-depth market insights and consumer behavior analysis to empower businesses across diverse sectors.
Focus Areas
Market Segmentation
Brand Tracking
Consumer Behavior Studies
Product Testing
Competitive Analysis
Retail Audits
6+
Commercial Research
(003)



Data Collection and Analysis
Advanced data gathering and processing using cutting-edge tools to deliver precise, actionable insights.
Focus Areas
Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection
Real-Time Monitoring
Statistical Analysis
Survey Design
Data Validation
5+
Data Collection and Analysis
(004)



Ethical Research Consulting
Expert guidance on research protocols and compliance, ensuring adherence to international ethical standards.
Focus Areas
IRB Protocol Development
US OHRP Compliance
Ethical Review Processese
Data Security
Cross-Border Research Support
5+
Ethical Research Consulting



Why choose us
Why choose us
Why choose us
Proven results for every project, with a focus on rigorous, ethical, and actionable research.
Proven results for every project, with a focus on rigorous, ethical, and actionable research.
Your digital journey begins with a conversation. Let's talk today.

Your digital journey begins with a conversation. Let's talk today.

Your digital journey begins with a conversation. Let's talk today.

With over 2,000 completed studies and a team of 81+ professionals, we serve a diverse clientele, including governments, international organizations, corporations, and NGOs.
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Geographical Reach (Urban + Rural)
Pan India coverage including extreme remote locations and tribal areas.
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Geographical Reach (Urban + Rural)
Pan India coverage including extreme remote locations and tribal areas.
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Geographical Reach (Urban + Rural)
Pan India coverage including extreme remote locations and tribal areas.
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Customer satisfaction rate



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Customer satisfaction rate



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Customer satisfaction rate



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International Standards Adherence
IRB Registration with US OHRP. 760+ Study Protocols Reviewed.
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International Standards Adherence
IRB Registration with US OHRP. 760+ Study Protocols Reviewed.
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International Standards Adherence
IRB Registration with US OHRP. 760+ Study Protocols Reviewed.
Case study
Pan-India Two-Wheeler Market Analysis
Comprehensive pan-India data collection for strategic automotive insights.
Comprehensive pan-India data collection for strategic automotive insights.
We do it all.
We do it all.






Project Highlights:
8,730+
Consumer Interviews
Vehicle Segments:
Motorcycles, Scooters & Scooterettes
“Sigma's extensive fieldwork crucial data on two-wheeler preferences, directly informing our market strategy in India.”



Kenji Nakamura
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Major Urban Centers
Ensuring robust data collection across key metropolitan areas for comprehensive market understanding.
Consumers
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H'bad
+1k
H'bad
+1k
H'bad
+1.3k
Bom
+1.3k
Bom
+1.3k
Bom
+1.1k
B'lore
+1.1k
B'lore
+1.1k
B'lore
+1.5k
Kol
+1.5k
Kol
+1.5k
Kol
+2.6k
Delhi
+2.6k
Delhi
+2.6k
Delhi
(2000+)
Selected
Selected
Selected
Projects.
Projects.
We’ve helped governments and businesses across industries achieve their goals. Here are some of our recent projects.
The faces behind the projects.
The faces behind the projects.
We believe great work comes from collaboration. That’s why we work closely with each other to ensure every project meets your goals and exceeds expectations.
Founder, CEO and Executive Director
at sigma
Dr Ulimiri V Somayajulu
30+ years experience in social and development sector research

Founder, CEO and Executive Director
at sigma
Dr Ulimiri V Somayajulu
30+ years experience in social and development sector research

Founder, CEO and Executive Director
at sigma
Dr Ulimiri V Somayajulu
30+ years experience in social and development sector research

Director
at sigma
Dr KVR Subrahmanyam
30+ years in socio-economic, demographic and health surveys

Director
at sigma
Dr KVR Subrahmanyam
30+ years in socio-economic, demographic and health surveys

Director
at sigma
Dr KVR Subrahmanyam
30+ years in socio-economic, demographic and health surveys

Permanent Advisor
at sigma
Prof. (Dr) K Srinivasan
40+ years in population and health research

Permanent Advisor
at sigma
Prof. (Dr) K Srinivasan
40+ years in population and health research

Permanent Advisor
at sigma
Prof. (Dr) K Srinivasan
40+ years in population and health research

DP and IT Coordinator
at sigma
SVSRK Bharadwaj
17+ years in data management and large-scale studies

DP and IT Coordinator
at sigma
SVSRK Bharadwaj
17+ years in data management and large-scale studies

DP and IT Coordinator
at sigma
SVSRK Bharadwaj
17+ years in data management and large-scale studies

Let’s talk.
Our proven systems and experienced team enable rapid project initiation.
Quick response.
If you’re ready to create and collaborate, we’d love to hear from you.
Clear next steps.
After the consultation, we’ll provide you with a detailed plan and timeline.
Let’s talk.
Our proven systems and experienced team enable rapid project initiation.
Quick response.
If you’re ready to create and collaborate, we’d love to hear from you.
Clear next steps.
After the consultation, we’ll provide you with a detailed plan and timeline.
Let’s talk.
Our proven systems and experienced team enable rapid project initiation.
Quick response.
If you’re ready to create and collaborate, we’d love to hear from you.
Clear next steps.
After the consultation, we’ll provide you with a detailed plan and timeline.