Nepalese Space Research Association
Building Nepal’s capability in space research, applications and policy
NESRA advances research, education, capacity building, policy dialogue and international cooperation to support the responsible development of Nepal’s emerging space ecosystem.
Our Work
Four Strategic Pillars
Space Research & Development
Applied research connecting space science and space-enabled data with Nepal’s geography and development priorities.
Space Education & Talent
Building the skills, technical awareness and professional pathways Nepal needs to participate in space activities.
Space Policy & Ecosystem Development
Connecting evidence, policy dialogue and sector development to support Nepal’s responsible participation in space.
International Partnerships
Connecting Nepalese institutions and professionals with international agencies, universities and companies.
Programmes & Initiatives
Featured Programmes and Initiatives
Earth Observation · Active
NESRA FloodWatch
NESRA FloodWatch brings together Earth Observation, satellite imagery, geospatial analysis and source-tracked information to support situational awareness during disasters affecting Nepal. It provides an evolving public platform for rapid EO assessment, infrastructure exposure, access information and situation briefs.
Capacity Building · Completed
National Space Meet Nepal
Convenings held in 2018 and 2019 brought together students, researchers, professionals and international contributors around Nepal’s emerging space community.
International Cooperation · Completed
SpaceGeneration[Nepal]
In 2019, NESRA co-hosted SpaceGeneration[Nepal] with the Space Generation Advisory Council alongside National Space Meet II.
Documented activity: First National Space Meet Nepal, Kathmandu, 21 July 2018.
Where Earth Meets Space
Everest Aerospace Summit 2026
Connecting Space Technology with Nepal’s Economy
EAS 2026 is being developed as an executive platform connecting international space, satellite, geospatial and aerospace capabilities with Nepal’s commercial, scientific and development priorities.
Planned for December 2026
Kathmandu, Nepal
Programme and partnership updates will be announced progressively.
Evidence & Analysis
Research and Insights
Research paper · 2021 · 72nd International Astronautical Congress, Dubai
Roadmap to Promote Nepal’s Contribution to the Space Industry
An eight-author NESRA paper presented at the 72nd International Astronautical Congress in Dubai, examining pathways for Nepal’s participation in the space industry.
International engagement · 2021–2022
NESRA at the International Astronautical Congress
NESRA presented its policy-roadmap research at IAC Dubai in 2021 and participated at IAC Paris in 2022.
Collaboration
Partners and Networks
NESRA’s formal partnerships and documented collaborations connect Nepal’s emerging space ecosystem with international institutions and networks.
Institutional Partner
Space Industry Association–India
Memorandum of Understanding signed in July 2025 to support cooperation on innovation, policy dialogue and sector partnerships.
Historical Collaboration
Space Generation Advisory Council
NESRA and SGAC co-hosted SpaceGeneration[Nepal] in 2019 alongside National Space Meet II.
Collaborate in Building Nepal’s Space Ecosystem
NESRA welcomes engagement with public institutions, universities, researchers, companies, development organisations and international space-sector partners.