Starlink Gets India License, Targets 2025 Rollout

Elon Musk's Starlink has received final authorization from India's space regulator, IN-SPACe, to provide satellite-based internet services using its Gen1 low Earth orbit constellation, with the license valid for five years or until 2030, whichever comes first. Starlink is now the third company, after Eutelsat OneWeb and Reliance Jio, to receive such approval in India. The planned network will involve 4,408 satellites, delivering up to 600 Gbps throughput to enhance broadband access in remote and underserved areas, supporting the Digital India initiative. Commercial rollout remains dependent on spectrum allocation, ground infrastructure development, and compliance with technical and security standards. Pricing for Starlink services is expected to be around ₹3,000 to ₹3,500 per month plus hardware costs, with spectrum likely assigned administratively. IN-SPACe is serving as the single-window agency for such authorizations, and the government will continue to monitor compliance.