Space Power: Advancing India's Interests in the Orbits and Beyond
Course Description
The ability to use space for commercial, scientific and military purposes is a vital determinant of national power. Recent years have seen the rise of a global commercial space sector, growing lunar ambitions, and plans for interplanetary exploration. However, these developments have coincided with increasing military dependence on satellites, the development of ‘counterspace’ capabilities, and growing concerns about space governance.
This short course will provide an introduction to emerging issues related to space and how those could shape India’s interests, its opportunities, and the choices it makes. The course will cover the government and commercial space sectors, strategic affairs, and international governance.
The course is primarily designed to be useful for government officials, members of the armed forces, space entrepreneurs, lawyers, academics, policy professionals, as well as other individuals interested in outer space affairs.
Entry Requirements
Only Indian nationals can apply. An undergraduate degree in any discipline is mandatory.
Those interested must fill out the application form, which will be reviewed by Takshashila’s Academic Committee.
Takshashila Institution will issue a Certificate of Achievement to participants who successfully complete the course requirements.
Admission Process
The Academic Committee will review the application form and Statement of Purpose. Please take some time to reflect on your purpose for taking up this course and how you think you will be able to use the learning in the future. The Committee gives significant weightage to this response in their decision while reviewing the application. Hence, you are requested to fill this with utmost sincerity and diligence.
Fees
Standard: The full programme fee is ₹12,000 + GST.
Scholarship: For students, Takshashila alums and serving members of the Indian armed forces joining in their individual capacities.
Fees, once paid, are non-refundable.
Course Structure and Faculty
Will be updated soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
+ What are the entry requirements?
Indian nationals with an undergraduate degree in any discipline.
+ How long is the course?
The course is a 5-week programme. The third saturday is off.
+ What is the teaching methodology?
The programme is delivered online through live webinars.
+ How many hours of work will a student be required to put in per week?
There will be two live online webinars every week, each lasting 90 minutes. Students will need to spend approximately 2-3 hours per week on readings and preparations. Therefore, the total amount of time that a student will be expected to spend in a week would be approximately six hours.
+ What are the fees for the expert capsule course? Is there any financial assistance provided?
The programme fee for ECC is INR 12,000 (exclusive of taxes). There is a scholarship for Takshashila alumni and serving members of the Indian armed forces.
+ Is there any application fee?
No application fee is required.
+ Which university will award the expert capsule course degree?
The Capsule Courses are an independent certificate programme of the Takshashila Institution and is not affiliated to any university.
+ What are the application deadlines?
Admissions to the course are on a rolling basis. The last day for applications is Saturday, 25th July, 2026.
+ When will the programme begin?
Classes for the course will commence on Sat, 1 August, 2026.
+ How do I apply to the programme?
Applicants can fill the form by clicking on this link
+ I have another question!
Email your queries at capsulecourses@takshashila.org.in
This course is supported by the India Space Association.
Key Dates:
Application deadline
Sun, 25 July 2026
Programme begins
Sat, 1 August 2026
Programme ends
Sat, 29 August 2026