The major functions of the Centre are :

• To provide operational remote sensing based natural resource information base to assist activities on development/management of natural resources in the region.
   

• To provide operational satellite communication applications services for the region extending implementation of satellite communication based applications in education, health, disaster management support, and developmental communication in the region.
   

• To set up a space science and global change research hub by installation of necessary instrumentation and networking with various academic institutions of the NE region.