Akash-NG

Strategic Priority Program

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Akash-NG — Next Generation Surface-to-Air Missile

ACTIVE

Next-generation air defence missile with active RF seeker and dual-pulse solid rocket motor, effective up to 70–80 km

Budget

₹2,500 Cr (development outlay)

Timeline

2021–2027

Sector

DRDO

Indigenisation

90%

R&D READINESS

TRL 8/9

DRDO / DRDL · Medium-Range Air Defence Missile

● ACTIVE

INTEL SIGNALS

Strategic priority designation

Successfully validated through multiple flight trials by DRDO from ITR Chandipur intercepting high-speed maneuvering UAV targets at low and medium altitudes. Production lines being configured by BDL and BEL.

RECENT INTELLIGENCE

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PROGRAM BRIEF & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Essential facts about Akash-NG

Pipeline Status

TRL-8/9

Field Evaluation / Handover

Estimated Budget

₹2,500 Cr (development outlay)

Financial Outlay

Target Timeline

2026–2027

Operational Target

Armed Service

DRDO

90% Indigenous

What is the current status and stage of Akash-NG?▾

Akash-NG — Next Generation Surface-to-Air Missile is currently at Technology Readiness Level TRL-8/9 (Field Evaluation / Handover). Next-generation air defence missile with active RF seeker and dual-pulse solid rocket motor, effective up to 70–80 km

What is the estimated budget or outlay for Akash-NG?▾

The allocated budget outlay for Akash-NG is estimated at ₹2,500 Cr (development outlay).

When is Akash-NG expected to be inducted or deployed?▾

The program schedule indicates 2021–2027 with an operational milestone/induction targeted for 2026–2027.

Which agencies and companies are building Akash-NG?▾

Akash-NG is developed in coordination with lead agency: DRDO / DRDL; development partner: IAF / Army / BDL / BEL; vendors: DRDO DRDL, BDL, BEL.

What is the indigenisation level of Akash-NG?▾

Akash-NG targets an indigenous content of 90%, advancing domestic defence manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat.

CONTENDERS / VENDORS

DRDO DRDL · BDL · BEL

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