ISRO Successfully Tests Next Generation Cryogenic Engine CE-25.

Science & Technology | Dated: 14 Mar 2026

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted the flight acceptance hot test of its next generation cryogenic engine, CE-25, at Mahendragiri. The powerful engine is designed to increase the payload capacity of future LVM3 missions.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The engine uses liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen as propellants.
  • It operates at extremely low sub-zero temperatures.
  • The CE-25 provides a significantly higher thrust than the older CE-20 engine.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Engine: CE-25.
  • Type: Cryogenic.
  • Agency: ISRO.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

ISRO recently conducted a successful hot test for which next generation cryogenic engine to boost the payload capacity of LVM3?

Correct Answer: CE-25

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About ISRO Propulsion Complex

  • Location - Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu
  • Role - Testing liquid engines