PSLV-C62 was designed to launch the Earth Observation Satellite-N1 (EOS-N1), ISRO's advanced optical remote sensing spacecraft intended for land and ocean surveillance applications. The mission carried a total of 14 payloads into orbit, including the primary EOS-N1 satellite and 13 secondary payloads from international and domestic customers. Among the secondary passengers was Orbital Paradigm's KID capsule, a notable commercial payload. The mission represented a significant undertaking for India's space program, combining national Earth observation capabilities with commercial opportunities.

The launch employed India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), one of the nation's most reliable and frequently used orbital launch systems. The vehicle lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre on India's eastern coast on 12 January 2026. The PSLV's track record of successful missions made this a routine operational flight for ISRO.

The mission ended in failure when the PSLV's third stage failed to ignite during the ascent sequence. This critical malfunction resulted in the loss of all payloads, including the primary EOS-N1 satellite and all 13 secondary payloads. The third-stage ignition failure marked a significant setback for ISRO's Earth observation program and prompted investigations into the root cause of the anomaly.