Space Law
Space law is a frontier practice covering national and international regulation of space activities, satellite licensing, debris liability, commercial space launch agreements and the emerging framework under the Indian Space Policy 2023 and IN-SPACe regulatory regime.
Roles and Responsibilities
- IN-SPACe licensing and authorisation advisory
- Satellite procurement and commercial launch agreements
- Space debris liability and insurance advisory
- International space law — Outer Space Treaty compliance
- Space startup advisory — SpaceTech regulatory guidance
- FDI and foreign collaboration in space sector
Skills Required
- Indian Space Policy 2023 and IN-SPACe Regulations
- Outer Space Treaty 1967 and related UN space treaties
- ITU spectrum coordination and satellite orbit regulation
- Liability Convention and registration of space objects
- Commercial space contracts — launch services and satellite agreements
- Insurance and risk allocation for space missions
Career Roadmap
1
Study international law and technology law during LLB
2
Intern with ISRO legal department, IN-SPACe or space law firm
3
Develop knowledge of ITU regulations and international space law
4
Build expertise in commercial space contracts and startup advisory
5
LLM in Space Law (Leiden, Cologne or McGill) is a recognised qualification
Salary Range
Junior (0-3 yrs)
Rs 5 to 12 LPA
Figures are indicative and vary by city, employer and experience.
Ready to Pursue Space Law?
Get personalised guidance on breaking into this field and building the right skills.