Vaccinations & Immunization covers India's national immunization schedule, optional vaccines, catch-up schedules, common parent concerns, and what each vaccine actually prevents. Our pediatricians and editorial team explain the evidence behind each recommendation and how to navigate the IAP schedule for the best protection at the right time.
Last reviewed: 10 August 2026
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India's Universal Immunisation Programme covers BCG, hepatitis B, OPV, pentavalent (DPT + Hib + hepatitis B), rotavirus, PCV, MR, JE (in endemic areas), and DPT boosters. The Indian Academy of Paediatrics recommends adding hepatitis A, varicella (chicken pox), typhoid, influenza (annual), MMR instead of MR, and HPV for adolescents. Ask your paediatrician for the full recommended schedule — some vaccines vary by state or region.
Most side effects are mild and short-lived: soreness at the injection site, mild fever, fussiness for a day. Serious reactions are rare — much rarer than the diseases the vaccines prevent. Any high fever, seizures, or unusual reaction should be reported to your doctor, but these are the exception. The overwhelming benefit-to-risk balance is why vaccines have prevented millions of deaths.
A mild cold or low-grade fever isn't a reason to skip most vaccines. Significant illness (moderate to severe) is worth postponing for. Deliberately delaying the schedule for other reasons leaves children exposed longer than necessary — the schedule is designed around when a child is most vulnerable and when the immune response works best. Talk to your paediatrician rather than deciding on your own.
Catch-up is almost always possible. There's no need to restart most schedules — the doctor just picks up from where you are. Missed doses are common and paediatricians have standard catch-up protocols. Bring the immunisation card to every visit; if lost, doctors can usually work out what's needed based on age.
Yes. HPV causes cancers in men (genital, throat, anal) and men also transmit HPV to partners. Vaccinating boys along with girls provides broader community protection and prevents cancers in the boys themselves. Ideal age is 9-14. This is a shift from earlier practice where HPV was framed as a 'girls only' vaccine.
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