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Join
Fill out the short registration form. It takes about 1.5 to 2.5 minutes.
Paid research interviews
Your experience is valuable. Get paid to share it.
Startups and businesses pay for honest conversations about the products, apps and services you actually use.
₹500 to ₹1,500+per completed interview
30 to 60 mintypical conversation
Paid immediatelyafter the interview
Typical range. The amount depends on the project. An interview is not guaranteed for every participant.
Join Free →Takes about 2 minutes · No experience required · No selling
Why would a company pay me?
Companies can see what you do. Conversations tell them why.
Businesses can see what people buy and use. What they really need to understand is why people choose something, what frustrates them, and what could make them switch. Your real experience helps answer those questions, which is why companies pay for your time.
What you can talk about
Topics you already know
Simple topics you already know from everyday life.
Food and shopping
Apps and technology
Banking and payments
Travel and transport
Fitness and health
Products and shopping choices
How it works
Four steps, start to finish.
No experience needed. No CV. No selling.
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Get matched
We contact you when an active research project fits your profile.
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Have the conversation
Speak with a researcher for around 30 to 60 minutes.
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Get paid
Receive payment after completing the interview, according to the project payment terms.
Research opportunities depend on the project and your profile. Joining does not guarantee an interview.
No sales pitch, ever
Just a conversation. Never a pitch.
- You're not selling anything.
- You're not being sold anything.
- There are no right or wrong answers.
- We want your real experience.
Researcher
How do you usually decide which food delivery app to use?
How do you usually decide which food delivery app to use?
You
Usually I compare delivery time first, then price...
Usually I compare delivery time first, then price...
That's it. A normal conversation about your experience.
Ready to share your experience?
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Examples of research conversations
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What research conversations can look like
These are examples only. They are not previous clients or guaranteed upcoming projects.
Food delivery
Banking and payments
Buying a smartphone
Fitness and health
Apps and technology
Shopping choices
Who can participate
You don't need a special background.
Students, professionals, founders, creators and everyday consumers can all participate.
StudentsProfessionalsFounders
CreatorsParentsConsumers
Tech usersShoppers
You do not need research experience.
We care about the real experience you have with the products, services and businesses you already use.
We care about the real experience you have with the products, services and businesses you already use.
The people behind it
Meet the founders
Businesses want to understand their customers better. People with useful experience often do not have a simple way to take part in this research and get paid for their time. We are building that simple connection.
Vatsal Agrawal
SRCC · Final Year
Focused on making it simple for people to take part in paid research and be compensated fairly for their time.
Vidish Agrawal
DU Graduate · Consulting
Focused on the research and business side of Key Stone Intelligence, alongside consulting.
Your information is privateWe use your details to find relevant research opportunities.
Free to joinNo registration fee.
Research, not sellingYou share your experience. We are not selling you anything.
Payment after the interviewPayment timing follows the terms of each research project.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When do I get paid?
Payment is made after the completed interview, according to the research project terms.
How much do interviews pay?
Typical payments are ₹500 to ₹1,500+, depending on the research project and interview length.
How long are interviews?
Most conversations are around 30 to 60 minutes.
Am I guaranteed an interview?
No. Participation depends on whether your profile matches an active research project. We reach out when there is a fit.
How often might I receive opportunities?
This varies based on how many projects match your profile. Some people may hear from us quickly, while others may wait longer between opportunities.
Do I need prior experience?
No. You're being invited because your experience and perspective may be useful, not because of any formal qualification.
Do I need to appear on camera?
It depends on the specific project. If a particular interview requires video, you'll be told before you're asked to join.
What happens after I register?
We may contact you when a project fits your profile and explain the next steps.
Is this a sales call?
No. These are research conversations intended to understand people's experiences and opinions.
Do I have to pay anything to join?
No. Joining Key Stone Intelligence is free.
Share your experience. Get paid for your time.
Join for free. If your profile matches a research project, we will contact you. You can then decide whether you want to take part.
Join Free →Takes about 2 minutes · No selling · No experience required