India's space sector is poised for significant advancements in 2026, with the uncrewed Gaganyaan mission scheduled for launch by March to test critical crew systems. Private companies Skyroot Aerospace and Agnikul Cosmos are set to launch satellites using their indigenously developed rockets, aiming for a share of the global small satellite launch market. Additionally, a PSLV built by HAL and L T will launch, and breakthroughs in quantum technologies and 3D-printed rocket engines are anticipated, further solidifying India's global space presence.