ISRO Plans Seven Major Missions by March 2026 | Gaganyaan Test Flight & More
Posted on: November 3, 2025
Source: @times.motormitra.in
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has revealed an ambitious roadmap to launch seven key space missions by March 2026, marking another milestone in India’s growing space capabilities.
ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan announced the plan following the successful launch of India’s heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, aboard the LVM3-M05 rocket from Sriharikota.
This acceleration aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to conduct 50 rocket launches in the next five years, solidifying India’s leadership in the global space industry.
Key Highlights
- Seven missions planned by March 2026, led by the Gaganyaan uncrewed test flight (G1 Mission).
- CMS-03 satellite successfully launched on LVM3-M05 from Sriharikota.
- Vyommitra humanoid robot to fly aboard G1 for system testing and microgravity simulation.
- ISRO targets first human spaceflight in 2027, making India the fourth nation to send humans to space.
- Additional missions include PSLV, GSLV, and commercial launches under NewSpace India Ltd.
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Gaganyaan Program Nears Milestone
The G1 Mission, under India’s Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Program, is expected to launch before March 2026. This marks the first uncrewed test flight carrying Vyommitra, a semi-humanoid robot developed by ISRO.
Status update:
- ✅ 90% of mission hardware ready
- 🚀 Crew escape & communication systems tested
- 🪂 Parachute deployment validated
Once all uncrewed tests are complete, India’s first crewed flight is expected in early 2027 — a historic leap making India the fourth country (after the US, Russia, and China) to achieve independent human spaceflight.
Reference: ISRO Official Website
Comprehensive Mission Lineup
Apart from Gaganyaan, ISRO plans six more missions by March 2026:
- LVM3 Commercial Launch – carrying a foreign client’s communication satellite.
- Three PSLV Missions – one of which supports NewSpace India Ltd, ISRO’s commercial wing.
- PSLV-N1 Tech Demonstrator – India’s first private industry-developed launcher, integrating 30+ new technologies like electric propulsion and quantum communication.
- GSLV-F17 Mission – likely to deploy a navigation satellite to strengthen India’s NavIC positioning system.
Source: Times of India | India Strategic
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Strategic Significance
This roadmap underscores ISRO’s transition from traditional missions to commercial partnerships and tech innovation.
- Commercial Boost: Growing foreign satellite launch contracts.
- Technology Leap: Focus on reusable launchers, AI, and quantum communication.
- Private Collaboration: Industry consortiums now playing a key role in satellite and rocket manufacturing.
India’s Space Momentum
2025 has been a landmark year for India’s space sector, with over 200 achievements recorded under PM Modi’s leadership — from lunar and solar missions to private sector participation in space manufacturing.
The upcoming missions reaffirm India’s goal to become a self-reliant and globally competitive space power.
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❓FAQs
Q1. What is ISRO’s next major mission?
➡️ The G1 uncrewed flight under Gaganyaan, scheduled before March 2026.
Q2. How many missions will ISRO launch by 2026?
➡️ A total of seven missions, including PSLV, GSLV, and LVM3 launches.
Q3. When will India send humans to space?
➡️ ISRO plans its first crewed Gaganyaan mission in early 2027.
Q4. What is PSLV-N1?
➡️ A technology demonstrator rocket made by India’s private industry consortium with 30+ innovations.
Q5. Which rocket launched CMS-03?
➡️ The LVM3-M05, India’s most powerful launch vehicle.
Conclusion
With seven missions planned by March 2026 and Gaganyaan’s uncrewed test flight nearing launch, ISRO is propelling India into a new era of human spaceflight, private collaboration, and global space leadership.
The next 18 months could well define India’s position among the world’s elite spacefaring nations.
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