What is a rideshare launch?

A rideshare launch is a mission where multiple small satellites share a single rocket, each paying for their share of the payload capacity. It is significantly cheaper than a dedicated launch for CubeSats and small satellites under 500kg.

How much does a CubeSat launch cost?

CubeSat launch prices range from $3,000 for a 1U on a rideshare mission to $15,000+ for a 6U. Prices depend on orbit, rocket, lead time, and form factor. Use NewSpace Market to compare current market rates.

What is the difference between SSO and LEO rideshare?

SSO (Sun-Synchronous Orbit) provides consistent Earth imaging conditions ideal for remote sensing. LEO rideshare is broader and includes ISS-altitude missions. Most CubeSat missions target SSO between 500–600km altitude.

How do I book a launch slot on NewSpace Market?

Browse available launch windows, select a window matching your orbit and schedule, then contact the service provider directly or submit a lead form on their service offer page. NewSpace Market connects you with verified launch providers.

What CubeSat sizes are supported on rideshare launches?

Most rideshare providers support 1U (100x100x113mm, 1.33kg), 2U, 3U, 6U, 12U, and 16U CubeSats, as well as custom SmallSat dispensers up to 500kg. Check each service offer for specific mass limits.

How far in advance should I book a launch slot?

Lead times vary by provider: rideshare slots on SpaceX Transporter missions typically require 6–12 months, while some smaller providers can accommodate payloads in 3–4 months. NewSpace Market shows real-time lead time per service offer.

					Space Industry Directory
				

🇮🇳 Space Companies in India

80 space companies based in India — launch providers, manufacturers and service suppliers listed on NewSpace Market.

80 companies

44 manufacturers

4 launch providers

27 universities

177 products listed

aadyah-aerospace

abyom-spacetech

Accord

Agnikul Cosmos

Alpha Design Technologies

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Ananth Technologies

Anna University (Madras Institute of Technology)

AstroGate Labs

Astrome Technologies

Azista Industries

Azista Space (Azista Aerospace)

azista-bst-aerospace

Bellatrix Aerospace

BITS Pilani

Centum Electronics

Christ University – Space Research Centre

College of Engineering Pune (COEP)

College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET)

comsat-systems

CubeSat Aerospace

Data Patterns (India) Ltd.

Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT Pune)

Delhi Technological University (DTU)

dhruva-space

Digantara

Exseed Space

Exseed Space Innovations

Flywheel Aerospace

GalaxEye Space

Grahaa Space (Akshath Aerospace)

Guerin Technologies

HEX20

IISc Bengaluru (Indian Institute of Science) – Space Startups Incubator

IIT Bombay (Indian Institute of Technology Bombay)

IIT Madras (IITMSAT)

Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST)

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

InspeCity

ISPACEI Satellite and Research

Lunar Space Agency

Manastu Space

Manipal Institute of Technology

Nelco (Tata Group)

NewSpace India Limited (NSIL)

NIT Karnataka (NIT Surathkal)

NIT Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy)

Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT)

Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education

Omnipresent Robot Technologies

Omspace Rocket and Exploration

OrbitAID Aerospace

OSE (Optimized System Engineering)

Paras Defence and Space Technologies

PES University

Piersight

Pixxel

Saankhya Labs

Satellize

Sathyabama University

Sisir Radar

Skyroot Aerospace

SkyServe

SpaceFields Private Limited

SRM Institute of Science and Technology

TakeMe2Space

Tata Advanced Systems (Space)

ToSpace

TSC

VEL Tech Technical University

VestaSpace Technology

VVDN Technologies

Walchandnagar Industries

XDLINX Space Labs

Xovian Aerospace