INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION

LVM-3 | GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3)

TBD LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) →
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Dec 31, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
Geostationary Transfer Orbit Communications Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India 100% success
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PADSatish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
SITESatish Dhawan Space Centre, India →
ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPECommunications

GSAT-32 is a geostationary communications satellite for the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). The spacecraft is a replacement for GSAT-6A that failed before reaching geostationary orbit after launch in 2018.

MISSION
GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3)
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
COUNTRY
IND
TENTATIVEPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 0cf92611-82a8-4095-a0b4-dda2e74b1fff
Reported date: Dec 31, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
Last synced: 7 minutes ago
This launch date is approximate. The provider has not confirmed an exact date or time yet. The schedule may change.
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MANUFACTURER
Indian Space Research Organization
FLIGHTS
9
SUCCESSES
9
SUCCESS RATE
100%

The Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3), previously called Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III), is a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is designed to launch satellites into geostationary orbit, and is intended as a launch vehicle for crewed missions under the Indian Human Spaceflight Programme.

When is the LVM-3 | GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) launch?
The LVM-3 | GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) is scheduled for Thursday, December 31, 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 GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3)?
The LVM-3 | GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) mission uses the LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) rocket, manufactured by Indian Space Research Organization. The LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) has flown 9 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the LVM-3 | GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) launching from?
The launch takes place from Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India.
What orbit is GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) going to?
The GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3)?
The LVM-3 | GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) is operated by Indian Space Research Organization.
Can I watch the LVM-3 | GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) 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.
Sep 26, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Sep 26, 2026 12:53 UTC
Launch date set: Dec 31, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Indian Space Research Organization
Last data sync: 7 minutes ago
●Launch Library 27 minutes ago
Launch ID: 0cf92611-82a8-4095-a0b4-dda2e74b1fff
●Open-Meteo Weather2 weeks ago
Pad weather at 13.72, 80.23

Mission Profile

GSAT-32 (GSAT-N3) is a LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) 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 December 31, 2026. The flight is tasked with delivering its payload on a communications mission to Geostationary Transfer Orbit.