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Call for Nominations

Celebrating Innovation. Recognising Impact. Inspiring the Future. 

SIA-India proudly presents the inaugural India Space Congress Excellence Awards 2026—a platform to recognise the visionaries, innovators, and leaders driving the growth of India’s space ecosystem. 

These awards will be presented at the 5th India Space Congress 2026 (15–17 June, Le Méridien, New Delhi), bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, startups, and global stakeholders shaping the future of space. 

We invite nominations from individuals and organisations making meaningful contributions across the space value chain—through innovation, leadership, and impact. 

Submit Your Nominations

1.Space Startup of the Year

2.Excellence in Space Technology / Innovation

3.Emerging Leader / Young Professional

4.Emerging Women Space Pioneers

Last Date to Submit Nominations: 20 May 2026

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SIA-India is pleased to announce the first-of-its-kind India Space Policy Ideathon 2026, organised in collaboration with the Space Generation Advisory Council as a partnered event at India Space Congress 2026.

Centred on the theme “Space for Climate Intelligence & Resilient India,” this one-day ideathon will bring together students and young professionals aged 18–35 from across India

Participants will develop policy-driven, implementation-ready ideas using space technologies, Earth Observation, and geospatial intelligence to address pressing climate challenges.

Key focus areas include:

1.Air pollution & public health

2.Urban heat & infrastructure resilience

3.Coastal resilience & blue economy

4.Agriculture & food security

The ideathon aims to highlight how Earth Observation data and climate intelligence can support smarter, more resilient decision-making for India’s future.

More details, participation guidelines, and registration information will be announced soon.

Join us at the #5th edition of India Space Congress-2026.

📅 15–17 June 2026

📍 Le Méridien, New Delhi

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The countdown continues for the 5th edition of the India Space Congress 2026, with the abstract submission deadline now officially extended to 15 April 2026. The extension provides additional time for young academicians, industry professionals, and policymakers under the age of 30 to submit their original research and innovative ideas. As a premier platform fostering global dialogue in the space sector, ISC 2026 seeks to amplify youth voices and encourage meaningful contributions across policy, technology, and industry domains. The Global Call for Papers, being conducted in collaboration with KITS’ Centre of Excellence (CoE), further reinforces the focus on research-driven capacity building and nurturing the next generation of space professionals.

Participants will have the opportunity to present their work before global experts, contribute to impactful discussions, and gain significant professional visibility. Selected entries will also compete for cash awards worth ₹1 lakh, offering both recognition and career-defining exposure. Aspiring contributors are encouraged to leverage this extended deadline and take a step toward shaping the future of space innovation.

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In a landmark milestone for India’s space sector, SIA-India and the Government of Karnataka officially inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) SpaceTech Foundation on 1 May 2026 at Ananth Technologies, Bengaluru. The initiative marks the first time a national industry association has established a structured collaboration with a state government to strengthen the country’s growing NewSpace ecosystem.

The inauguration ceremony was led by Shri Priyank M. Kharge, Hon’ble Minister for IT, BT & Rural Development, and attended by distinguished leaders including Padma Shri Dr. Shailesh Nayak, Dr. N. Manjula, IAS, Dr. Subba Rao Pavuluri, Mr. Govindarajan D. S., and SIA-India Director General Mr. Anil Prakash. Established in partnership with the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS), the CoE will focus on training, startup incubation, research, innovation, and ecosystem engagement.

The event hosted over 180 stakeholders and witnessed the signing of five strategic MoUs aimed at accelerating collaboration, innovation, and commercialisation. SIA-India views this initiative as a scalable national model and is exploring similar partnerships with other states to further strengthen India’s space economy.

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SIA-India is actively conducting industry consultations on the TRAI Consultation Paper concerning the Framework for Satellite Communication Network Authorisation and the Assignment of Spectrum to Satellite Communication Network Providers. As India’s satellite communications ecosystem continues to expand rapidly, these discussions are aimed at ensuring a balanced, competitive, and future-ready regulatory environment for the sector.

SIA-India is engaging with industry stakeholders to consolidate comments and counter-comments on key regulatory provisions, licensing frameworks, and spectrum assignment mechanisms. The initiative seeks to represent industry perspectives effectively while supporting policy structures that encourage innovation, investment, and long-term growth in satellite communications.

Through this collaborative consultation process, SIA-India continues to play an important role in strengthening dialogue between industry and policymakers, contributing toward the development of a robust and globally competitive SATCOM ecosystem in India.

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AgniKul Cosmos successfully conducted a landmark test involving the simultaneous firing of four semi-cryogenic rocket engines configured as an integrated cluster. In a significant technological achievement, all four engines were fully 3D printed as single-piece hardware units, designed and manufactured in-house at AgniKul Cosmos Rocket Factory-1.

The test required the precise synchronization of eight pumps, eight motors, and eight speed-control algorithms to ensure uniform startup, stable performance, and coordinated shutdown across the entire propulsion system. Powered by electric motor-driven pumps, the engines demonstrated advanced propulsion and control capabilities developed entirely within India.

According to the company, this is the first time such a clustered semi-cryogenic engine test has been successfully performed in India. The milestone highlights India’s growing strengths in indigenous rocket propulsion technologies and reflects the continued support of ISRO and IN-SPACe in enabling private-sector innovation.

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SIA-India was featured in the May 2026 edition of Business Standard Blueprint: Defence & Geopolitics through a special article titled “The Orbit of Opportunity: Why India Space Congress 2026 is the New Trading Floor of the Global Space Economy.” Published ahead of India Space Congress (ISC) 2026, the feature explores the rapid transformation of the global space sector from state-led missions to a collaborative and commercially driven ecosystem, with India emerging as a major global space power.

The article highlights ISC 2026 as a key platform driving international dialogue, industrial collaboration, innovation, investment, and policy engagement across the global space economy. It further emphasizes India’s growing leadership in NewSpace and the role of SIA-India in building stronger global partnerships through the philosophy of Vishwabandhu (Global Friend).

Scheduled from 15–17 June 2026 at Le Méridien, New Delhi, ISC 2026 will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, startups, investors, academia, and global space agencies to shape the future of the sector.

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SIA-India facilitated outreach for an Indian industry delegation to SPACETIDE 2026, Japan’s flagship space-business conference scheduled to take place in Tokyo from 6–9 July 2026. The initiative aims to strengthen international collaboration opportunities for Indian Non-Governmental Entities (NGEs) and enhance their participation within the global space value chain.

By enabling industry engagement at one of Asia’s leading commercial space forums, SIA-India continues to support Indian companies in accessing global markets, strategic partnerships, investment opportunities, and emerging technology collaborations. The outreach reflects India’s growing presence in the international commercial space ecosystem and reinforces the importance of cross-border cooperation in shaping the future of the NewSpace economy.

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Anil Prakash represented the Indian space ecosystem at the globally renowned Space Symposium held in Colorado Springs, engaging with international policymakers, industry leaders, and strategic stakeholders from across the global space sector.

Through a series of high-level interactions and discussions, SIA-India amplified the voice of India’s rapidly evolving private space industry while highlighting the country’s growing capabilities in commercial space, satellite technologies, manufacturing, and international collaboration. The participation further strengthened India’s strategic visibility within the global space community and reinforced SIA-India’s commitment to advancing the interests of Indian industry on international platforms.

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SIA-India is delighted to welcome Maargin as its newest Nova member, further strengthening the association’s growing network of innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders shaping the future of India’s space ecosystem. Maargin’s induction into the SIA-India community reflects the continued momentum of emerging private space enterprises contributing to the country’s ambitions in satellite technology, data-driven applications, and advanced aerospace innovation.

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GalaxEye has successfully launched Mission Drishti, marking a significant milestone not only for the company but also for India’s rapidly advancing private space ecosystem. The mission is particularly noteworthy for deploying the world’s first satellite capable of integrating Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imaging with multispectral optical imaging within a single platform. This technological advancement enables persistent, all-weather, day-and-night Earth observation capabilities, significantly enhancing the quality and reliability of geospatial intelligence.

Mission Drishti demonstrates India’s growing capability to develop sophisticated dual-imaging satellite systems that can support a wide range of applications, including disaster management, agriculture, maritime surveillance, defense intelligence, infrastructure monitoring, and environmental analysis. By combining SAR and optical technologies, the satellite overcomes traditional limitations posed by cloud cover and poor lighting conditions, enabling uninterrupted data acquisition across diverse terrains and weather conditions.

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SkyServe has been recognized as one of “India’s Top 10 AI Startups” under the prestigious IndiaAI Startup Global Accelerator Program initiated by the Government of India.SkyServe’s selection reflects the increasing importance of AI-enabled systems in transforming the space sector through automation, predictive analytics, real-time intelligence processing, and advanced geospatial applications. The company has been actively contributing toward the development of autonomous space-based intelligence solutions that can support sectors such as agriculture, defense, urban planning, environmental monitoring, and disaster response. By leveraging artificial intelligence with satellite-derived insights, SkyServe is helping bridge the gap between space technology and actionable intelligence for governments and enterprises alike.

This achievement highlights the growing convergence of AI and space technologies within India’s innovation ecosystem and further showcases the potential of Indian startups to lead globally in next-generation intelligent systems. SIA-India congratulates SkyServe on this important recognition and wishes the team continued success in its global growth journey.

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Dhruva Space has secured INR 105 Crores under the Government of India’s Research, Development & Innovation Fund (RDIF) for “Project Garud,” a next-generation 500 kg-class communications satellite platform. The initiative positions Dhruva Space among the first startups selected under the flagship RDIF program, highlighting the growing strength of India’s private space ecosystem

Project Garud aims to develop an indigenous, modular, and production-ready satellite architecture designed for constellation-scale deployments across telecommunications, national security, and advanced data-driven applications. The platform’s scalable flat-pack design will enable faster integration and high-volume manufacturing capabilities. This milestone reinforces India’s ambition to build sovereign satellite infrastructure while strengthening its position in the global commercial space economy.

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Skyroot Aerospace has achieved a historic milestone by becoming India’s first space-tech unicorn following a successful $60 million funding round that valued the company at $1.1 billion. The achievement marks a defining moment for India’s private space sector and highlights growing global investor confidence in the country’s commercial space ecosystem.

The newly raised capital will support the acceleration of Skyroot’s Vikram launch vehicle program, including increased manufacturing capabilities, enhanced launch cadence, and continued development of the next-generation Vikram-2 rocket. The company has already completed key pre-flight integrated tests and is now preparing for the much-anticipated launch of Vikram-1, expected to become India’s first privately developed orbital rocket.

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Viasat successfully launched its ViaSat-3 F3 satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, marking a major milestone in expanding high-capacity global satellite connectivity services. The ViaSat-3 constellation is designed to deliver ultra-high throughput communications with enhanced reliability, coverage, and network capacity across global markets.

The successful deployment of the F3 satellite will support increasing demand for broadband connectivity across aviation, maritime, enterprise, defense, and consumer sectors, particularly in underserved and remote regions where terrestrial infrastructure remains limited. The mission also highlights the growing role of commercial launch partnerships in accelerating next-generation communication infrastructure deployment worldwide.

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InspeCity has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Europe-based Space Products and Innovation (SPiN) to jointly advance In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) technologies. The collaboration reflects growing global efforts toward building sustainable and modular space infrastructure for future orbital operations. Under the partnership, InspeCity’s advanced propulsion and robotics expertise will be integrated with SPiN’s MA61C intelligent modular data node platform to develop flexible, mission-ready satellite solutions

The collaboration will support in-orbit servicing, assembly, and technology demonstration missions aimed at improving satellite longevity, adaptability, and operational efficiency. ISAM technologies are increasingly becoming essential for the future space economy, supporting satellite servicing, orbital manufacturing, debris mitigation, and advanced mission architectures

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XDLINX Space Labs participated in the “Partners in Progress” event hosted at the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, as part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Aryabhata, India’s first satellite. The event brought together industry leaders, startups, research institutions, and government organizations from across India’s growing space ecosystem.

The celebration marked fifty years since Aryabhata’s historic launch, a mission that laid the foundation for India’s advancements in satellite technology and space exploration. Through the initiative, ISRO recognized the growing role of private sector participation in strengthening India’s space capabilities and fostering innovation-driven collaboration.

XDLINX Space Labs’ participation highlights the increasing contribution of emerging private companies in advancing satellite systems, aerospace technologies, and indigenous innovation.

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Mr Anil Prakash
Director General, SIA-India

India Space Congress (ISC) 2026, organised by SIA-India, will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, startups, investors, and global space agencies to discuss commercialisation, innovation, investment, and international collaboration shaping the future of India’s rapidly growing NewSpace ecosystem.

The three-day India Space Congress 2026, scheduled from 15–17 June in New Delhi, will host policymakers, diplomats, ISRO leadership, and global industry stakeholders to deliberate on India’s evolving role in the international space economy and strategic space collaboration.