PADSatish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
SITESatish Dhawan Space Centre, India →ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPENavigation
MISSION OVERVIEW
This is a replacement satellite for the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System. The constellation will provide India with an alternative to GPS and will be used for military and civilian use. Located at a geosynchronous orbit, the system will be operated by the Indian government.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
GSLV Mk IIMISSION
IRNSS-1K (NVS-02)
MISSION TYPE
Navigation
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
LAUNCH SITE
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, IndiaCOUNTRY
IND
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMED
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 2d39bb52-5258-4866-9f2b-d84e1b02afd3
Reported date: Jan 29, 2025 at 00:53 UTC
Last synced: 1 minute ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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PAYLOAD →
NavIC
Navigation
ISROOPERATOR
GEOORBIT
5TOTAL LAUNCHES
VEHICLE — GSLV Mk II →
MANUFACTURER
Indian Space Research Organization
FLIGHTS
12
SUCCESSES
10
SUCCESS RATE
83.3%
Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth generation launch vehicle is a three stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II. From January 2014, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive successes.
LAUNCH VIDEOS
ARTICLES & COVERAGE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) launch?
The GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) is scheduled for Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 12:53 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for IRNSS-1K (NVS-02)?
The GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) mission uses the GSLV Mk II rocket, manufactured by Indian Space Research Organization. The GSLV Mk II has flown 12 times with a 83.3% success rate.
Where is the GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) launching from?
The launch takes place from Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India.
What orbit is IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) going to?
The IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching IRNSS-1K (NVS-02)?
The GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) is operated by Indian Space Research Organization.
Can I watch the GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Mar 25, 2026 00:33 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 25, 2026 00:33 UTC
Launch date set: Jan 29, 2025 at 00:53 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Indian Space Research Organization
Mar 25, 2026 00:33 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 1 minute ago
●Launch Library 21 minute ago
Launch ID: 2d39bb52-5258-4866-9f2b-d84e1b02afd3
●Open-Meteo Weather1 day ago
Pad weather at 13.72, 80.23
●YouTube Video Search1 day ago
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