Government vs Private Vaccination Schedule in India Explained

Dr. Sandip Gupta

Senior pediatrician Dr. Sandip Gupta explains the key differences between the Government vaccination schedule (National Immunization Schedule) and the Private vaccination schedule (IAP schedule) in India, and walks through the full immunization timeline from birth to 10 years. What is covered in this video: Vaccines not in government programs: Certain vaccines — such as MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Varicella (Chickenpox), Influenza, and HPV — are typically only available in private settings. Evolving government schedules: Some vaccines like Rotavirus and Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) have recently been introduced in select state government programs. Full vaccination timeline: A detailed breakdown of the immunization schedule from birth to age 10, including birth and 6-14 weeks (core initial doses), 6, 9, 12, 15 and 16-18 months (booster and additional dose intervals), and 4-6 years and 10 years (school-age boosters and preventive vaccines like HPV). Dr. Gupta emphasizes that parents should consult their local pediatrician to understand state-specific vaccine availability and ensure no doses are missed, since consistent vaccination is crucial for long-term health. Questions this video answers: What is the difference between the government (National Immunization) and private (IAP) vaccination schedules in India? Which vaccines are not included in the government vaccination program? Is the MMR vaccine available in government hospitals? Are Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Chickenpox (Varicella), Influenza, and HPV vaccines part of the government schedule? Have Rotavirus and PCV vaccines been added to any government programs? What vaccines are given at birth and 6-14 weeks? What vaccines/boosters are given at 6, 9, 12, 15, and 16-18 months? What vaccines are given at 4-6 years and at 10 years? When is the HPV vaccine given? How do I know which vaccines are available in my state's government program? Who this is for: Parents planning or reviewing their child's vaccination schedule in India, and those deciding between government and private vaccination options. Keywords: government vaccination schedule, private vaccination schedule, National Immunization Schedule, IAP schedule, India vaccine schedule, MMR vaccine, Typhoid vaccine, Hepatitis A vaccine, Varicella chickenpox vaccine, Influenza vaccine, HPV vaccine, Rotavirus vaccine, Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine PCV, birth vaccines, 6-14 weeks vaccines, 6 9 12 15 18 months vaccines, 4-6 years booster, 10 years vaccine, state-specific vaccination. Disclaimer: This video is for general information and awareness purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Vaccine availability varies by state; please consult your local pediatrician to confirm the schedule applicable to your child.