GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1J (NVS-01)

Launch Provider & Rocket

• Provider: Indian Space Research Organization (Government)
• Rocket: GSLV Mk. II — GSLV family

Mission

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.

• Type: Navigation
• Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO)

Launch Site

• Pad: Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
• Location: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India
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