What rocket is launching EOS-N1 and others?

EOS-N1 and others is launching on the PSLV-DL.

Who is launching EOS-N1 and others?

EOS-N1 and others is being launched by Indian Space Research Organization, a government launch provider founded in 1969.

Where is EOS-N1 and others launching from?

EOS-N1 and others is launching from Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India.

What orbit is EOS-N1 and others heading to?

EOS-N1 and others is heading to Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO).

Is the PSLV-DL reusable?

No — the PSLV-DL is an expendable launch vehicle.

How many times has the PSLV-DL flown?

The PSLV-DL has launched 5 times to date, with 4 successful flights.

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EOS-N1 and others

Earth Science

Failure

Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO)Government

PSLV-DLSSOorbit

Flight Timeline

T-00:03RCT Ignition
T+00:00Ignition
T+00:00Booster Ignition
T+01:10Booster Separation
T+01:52Stage 2 Separation
T+01:52SES
T+02:48Fairing Separation
T+02:53CLG Start
T+04:23Stage 3 Separation
T+04:25Stage 3 Ignition
T+08:15Kick Stage Separation
T+08:25Kick Stage Ignition
T+16:25Kick Stage Cut-off
T+17:55Payload Separation
T+1:46:00Kick Stage Ignition
T+1:46:18Kick Stage Cut-off
T+1:48:05Payload Separation

Launch time

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:48 AM

Failure

At a glance

Status: Launch Failure
Provider: Indian Space Research Organization
Type: Government
Vehicle: PSLV-DL
Orbit: SSO
Pad: Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad
Location: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India

Social Flight Log

Jan 12, 2026, 5:27 AM
Launch failure.
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Jan 12, 2026, 4:48 AM
Liftoff.
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Jan 12, 2026, 4:15 AM
Official Webcast by ISRO Official has started
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Jan 11, 2026, 12:48 PM
Tweaked T-0.
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Jan 6, 2026, 5:42 PM
Go for launch.
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Jan 4, 2026, 2:05 AM
NET January 12.
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Jan 1, 2026, 3:07 PM
NET January 11.
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Dec 26, 2025, 10:26 AM
Delayed to NET January 10.
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Dec 17, 2025, 1:01 PM
Delayed to NET January 5.
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Dec 14, 2025, 6:06 AM
Delayed to December 31.
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Dec 9, 2025, 5:14 PM
Updated launch vehicle configuration.
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Dec 5, 2025, 3:06 PM
NET December 25 per NOTAMs.
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Nov 15, 2025, 9:26 PM
Added launch (see also https://www.reddit.com/r/ISRO/s/boz7aJUgCJ for a summary).
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Status details

Failure reason

3rd stage lost attitude control towards the end of burn; 4th stage separated and ignited but was unable to regain control.

Overview

Small Earth observation satellite from NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) for an "Indian strategic user", details TBD. This launch will also carry 18 other ride-share payloads.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#7,178

ISRO Mission

#99

Pad Launch

#63

Location Launch

#103

Launch Window

NET

Jan 12, 2026, 4:48 AM

Precision

Second

Schedule Changes

1 update

Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad

India has two launch pads at the site. The First Launch Pad, operational since 1993, is used for Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, Small Satellite Launch Vehicle and formerly used by Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle.

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

25d 5h

Wikipedia Map

Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India

Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR),[1] is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.

Timezone

Asia/Kolkata

Local Launch Time

Jan 12, 2026, 10:18 AM

Total Launches

104

Total Landings

Coordinates

13.7200, 80.2300

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Frequently asked questions

PSLV-DL Specs

PSLV-DL variant has only two strapons boosters with 12 tonne propellant load on them. PSLV-C44 on 24 January 2019 was the first flight to use PSLV-DL variant of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle.

Length

44 m

Diameter

2.8 m

Capacity

3,800 kg

Capacity

1,200 kg

Capacity

1,750 kg

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2019

Fastest Turnaround

3mo 22d

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Jan 24, 2019

Wikipedia

Indian Space Research Organization

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of the Government of India headquartered in the city of Bangalore. Its vision is to "harness space technology for national development while pursuing space science research and planetary exploration."

Founded

1969

Administrator

Chairman: V. Narayanan

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Pending

Consecutive Success

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Status details

Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad

Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching EOS-N1 and others?

Who is launching EOS-N1 and others?

Where is EOS-N1 and others launching from?

What orbit is EOS-N1 and others heading to?

Is the PSLV-DL reusable?

How many times has the PSLV-DL flown?

What is the EOS-N1 and others mission?