Jahnavi Becomes 1st Indian to Complete NASA’s IAS Program

Manya Maheshwari

| 2025-07-14 | Industry & Events, Spotlight

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Dangeti Jahnavi, a young scientist from Andhra Pradesh, has made history by becoming the first Indian to complete NASA’s IAS (International Astronaut Scholarship) Program. This is a big achievement for India and a proud moment for her state and the country.

What is NASA’s IAS Program?

NASA’s IAS Program is a special and prestigious training program for people who want to become astronauts. It prepares them for space missions by teaching them important skills and knowledge needed to travel and work in space.

Jahnavi’s Journey

Jahnavi comes from Andhra Pradesh and has always dreamed of exploring space. By finishing the IAS Program, she has shown great dedication and hard work. Her success is not just personal it is a major milestone for India in the field of space exploration.

Education and Achievements

Jahnavi studied at Montessori English Medium School and Aditya Junior College in Andhra Pradesh.
She completed her BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Lovely Professional University in Punjab.
She was the only Indian to undergo the International Air and Space Program at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Alabama, USA, in 2021.
She received a scholarship from a Mexican company to attend this program.
Jahnavi has won several awards, including the ISRO World Space Week Young Achiever Award and NASA’s People’s Choice Award.

What’s Next for Jahnavi?

Jahnavi will be traveling to space in 2029 as part of a NASA space mission. This will make her one of the few Indians to ever go to space, and the first from Andhra Pradesh to achieve this honor.

Why is This Important?

Jahnavi’s achievement inspires young people across India to dream big and aim for the stars. It also shows that with determination and effort, Indians can reach global heights in science and technology.

Dangeti Jahnavi’s story is proof that dreams can come true with hard work and passion. She is now a role model for many young Indians who want to follow in her footsteps.

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