Astrophel Aerospace funding, investors and company details

Astrophel Aerospace is an emerging Aerospace startup from Pune, working in the space of Space Tech- developing reusable, cost-efficient launch vehicles and propulsion systems for the small satellite market.. Founded by Suyash Bafna, Immanuel Louis, Md Taj Baba.

Company: Astrophel Aerospace Private Limited
Sector: Aerospace
Location: Pune
Founders: Suyash Bafna, Immanuel Louis, Md Taj Baba
Total funding raised: ₹6.84 Cr

Company overview

With a major emphasis on domestic propulsion technology, Pune-based Astrophel Aerospace Private Limited is a deep-tech space firm creating reusable and reasonably priced launch vehicles for small satellites. In order to reduce costs and timelines, the business, which was founded by Suyash Bafna, Immanuel Louis, and Md Taj Baba, has successfully tested its semi-cryogenic engine, the Potentia C1U, and is currently constructing the Astra C1 rocket series utilizing cutting-edge methods including 3D printing and modular systems. Supported by an MOU with IN-SPACe for propulsion development and a ₹6.84 crore pre-seed investment round in 2025, Astrophel hopes to prototype reusable rockets in the next two to three years, putting it in line with India's up-and-coming private space companies in the global launch market.

Funding rounds

Latest round (Pre-seed): ₹6.84 Cr. ($ 0.78 Mn), 2025-07-01