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ISRO Successfully Conducts Hot Test for Gaganyaan Cryogenic Engine.

Science & Technology | Dated: 09 Apr 2026

Taking a massive step toward human spaceflight, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted a deeply rigorous hot test of the CE-20 cryogenic engine. This engine will exclusively power the LVM3 rocket for the Gaganyaan mission.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The test was conducted faultlessly at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri.
  • The engine completely met all performance parameters during the 200-second firing.
  • It validates the safety and reliability required for manned spaceflight.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Engine: CE-20.
  • Mission: Gaganyaan.
  • Agency: ISRO.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

ISRO recently conducted a successful hot test of the CE-20 cryogenic engine. This engine will power the launch vehicle for which specific upcoming mission?

Correct Answer: Gaganyaan

🚀 Quick Recap:

About CE-20 Engine

  • Type - Cryogenic Rocket Engine
  • Propellants - Liquid Oxygen and Liquid Hydrogen