Functions of MCF

1. To Monitor and Control Geo-synchronous satellites for different applications like Communication, Navigation and Earth observation.
2. Responsible for the total Spacecraft life, starting from injection of satellite in space from launch vehicle to decommissioning the satellite at the end of life.
3. Launch Operations-Launch and Early Orbit Phase operations (LEOP) by deploying TTC antennas at Hassan and Bhopal, establishing a global TTC Network by hiring stations from external agencies, establishing required communication Links, Fly-By Coordination with other agencies, In-Orbit Testing (IOT) Payload, User Coordination for Service activation or Migration etc.
4. On-orbit Operations- Spacecraft Health monitoring and Control, Orbit management- Ranging, Orbit Determination, Colocation Management, Station-keeping and Orbital Repositioning, Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Activities, Payload Management, Eclipse Operations, Orbital Life Estimation, Spacecraft Contingency Handling, User coordination, Carrier and Interference Monitoring & Resolution etc.
5. Establishing and Maintenance of infrastructure for Launch (LEOP) Operations, IOT of payload, On-Orbit operations - Antenna, RF, Baseband & Computer Systems, Civil, Electrical and Air Conditioning Systems etc.
6. Promote and encourage student community by providing opportunities for Schools, Colleges and Academia in Space Science activities.