ISRO successfully launched EOS-05 aboard the GSLV-F17 rocket on September 4, 2026, marking a major milestone in India’s Earth-observation capabilities with its first geo-imaging satellite in geosynchronous orbit.
- Launch Date: 4 September 2026 at 2:55 AM IST
- Launch Vehicle: GSLV-F17
- Launch Site: Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR), Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh
- Satellite: EOS-05 — India’s first geo-imaging Earth observation satellite
- Payload Mass: Approximately 2,367 kg, the heaviest satellite carried by a GSLV
- Orbit: Sub-Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit, targeting geosynchronous orbit at around 36,000 km
- Key Capability: Continuous/frequent high-resolution imaging of large geographical areas
- Applications: Agriculture, disaster management, urban planning, environmental monitoring, border surveillance and maritime security
- Significance: Strengthens India’s capability for real-time Earth monitoring and strategic applications.
