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The initiative significantly enhances India’s space education infrastructure, promotes collaboration between academia and industry, and equips students with vital skills for the growing space sector
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has rolled out a Request for Proposal (RfP) to establish Antariksh Prayogshala (Space Labs) at select academic institutions across India.
‘Antariksh Prayogshala’ aims to create space laboratories within Indian academic institutions. These labs will provide hands on training and exposure to students pursuing space tech courses in academic institutes spread across the country. This initiative is intended to enable meaningful industry–academia collaboration, and support India’s long-term vision of becoming a leading global space economy, IN-SPACe said in a statement.
Under the scheme, up to seven academic institutions will be selected in a phased manner from different zones across the country. To ensure balanced regional representation one lab is proposed in each zone. IN-SPACe will provide financial support of up to 75 percent of the total project cost with a cap of ₹5 crore per institution to be released on a milestone-linked basis.
The selection process will be carried out in two stages. Institutions will first be screened based on eligibility criteria outlined in the RfP. Shortlisted applicants will then be evaluated and ranked by an Empowered Committee (EC), following which final selections will be made on a zone-wise basis.
The Antariksh Prayogshala initiative is expected to deliver multiple outcomes including structured practical training for students, deeper engagement between academia and the space industry, and the creation of a robust pipeline of skilled professionals capable of contributing to India’s expanding private space sector.
Published on December 19, 2025