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GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1L (NVS-03)

TBD GSLV Mk II →
Sep 30, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
Geostationary Transfer Orbit Navigation Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India 83% success
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PADSatish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
SITESatish Dhawan Space Centre, India →
ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPENavigation

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.

VEHICLE
GSLV Mk II
MISSION
IRNSS-1L (NVS-03)
MISSION TYPE
Navigation
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
COUNTRY
IND
TENTATIVEPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 20d5676e-111b-40e3-8923-b218c3665ca2
Reported date: Sep 30, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
Last synced: 13 minutes ago
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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.

When is the GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) launch?
The GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: TBD.
What rocket is being used for IRNSS-1L (NVS-03)?
The GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) 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-1L (NVS-03) launching from?
The launch takes place from Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India.
What orbit is IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) going to?
The IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching IRNSS-1L (NVS-03)?
The GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) is operated by Indian Space Research Organization.
Can I watch the GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) 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.
Aug 15, 2026 10:18 UTC
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Aug 15, 2026 10:18 UTC
Launch date set: Sep 30, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Indian Space Research Organization
Last data sync: 13 minutes ago
Launch Library 213 minutes ago
Launch ID: 20d5676e-111b-40e3-8923-b218c3665ca2
Open-Meteo Weather1 week ago
Pad weather at 13.72, 80.23

Mission Profile

IRNSS-1L (NVS-03) is a GSLV Mk II mission operated by Indian Space Research Organization set to lift off from Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad, Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India on September 30, 2026. The flight is tasked with delivering its payload on a navigation mission to Geostationary Transfer Orbit.