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PSLV | TDS-01
PSLV is set to launch PSLV | TDS-01 on Thu, Dec 31, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India.
To Be DeterminedIndian Space Research Organization
Liftoff inNET Dec 2026
NET Thu, Dec 31, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
PSLVVehicle
Indian Space Research OrganizationProvider
Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch PadPad
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, IndiaLocation
TechnologyMission type
Geostationary Transfer OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for PSLV to Geostationary Transfer Orbit. Illustrative model — not this mission’s live telemetry.
Mission timeT+0:00
Altitude0.0 km
Velocity0.00 km/s
PhaseLiftoff
T+0:00 / 17:30
SimulatedRepresentative PSLV ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
TDS-01
TDS-01 (Technology Demonstration Satellite-01) is an Indian geostationary orbit technology demonstration satellite carrying payloads for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)’s Institute of Plasma Research, Gandhinagar and the CSIR-CEERI, Pilani. Payloads to be tested included an internally developed 300 mN electric powered thrusters, atomic clocks, travelling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA) & a quantum communication suite (QuTDS).
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Frequently asked
What time does PSLV | TDS-01 launch?
PSLV | TDS-01 is scheduled to lift off Thu, Dec 31, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC — this page shows a live countdown.
Where can I watch PSLV | TDS-01?
A live webcast will appear on this page as soon as the provider publishes a stream link.
Who is launching PSLV | TDS-01?
PSLV | TDS-01 is an Indian Space Research Organization mission flying on a PSLV.
Where does PSLV | TDS-01 launch from?
It lifts off from Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad, Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India.