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Toddler Vaccination Schedule 1 to 3 Years in India

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Written by - Mylo BabyLast updated: Oct 6, 2026

Toddler Vaccination Schedule 1 to 3 Years in India

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Quick Answer

A toddler vaccination schedule is the list of vaccines and boosters a child needs between 1 and 3 years. Key visits are at 12, 15 and 16 to 18 months, for MMR, chickenpox, hepatitis A, and DPT, polio and Hib boosters. Government vaccines are free. Always follow your doctor and MCP card.

Toddler Vaccines at a Glance

Question	Short Answer
Which vaccines after 1 year?	Hepatitis A, MMR or MR second dose, chickenpox, PCV booster, and DPT, polio and Hib boosters
Main vaccine visits	12 months, 15 months, 16 to 18 months, and 18 to 24 months
Are they free?	Government (UIP) vaccines are free at government centres. Some IAP-recommended vaccines are only available privately
Flu vaccine?	Yearly from 6 months to 5 years, as your doctor advises
Next boosters after toddlerhood	At 4 to 6 years
Missed a dose?	Don't restart. Ask your doctor about catch-up doses
Where to track	Your MCP card, the U-WIN record, or Mylo's free immunization scheduler

Key Facts Every Parent Should Know

Boosters matter: Protection from baby vaccines fades. Toddler boosters keep it strong
Two schedules exist in India: The government Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) and the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) schedule. IAP includes some extra vaccines
Delays leave gaps: Measles and chickenpox spread fast among toddlers at playschool and family events
Mild fever is common: Low fever, fussiness or soreness for 1 to 2 days after vaccines is normal
A cold isn't a reason to delay: Mild illness usually doesn't stop vaccination. Your doctor will decide
Vaccines don't cause autism: Large studies have found no link between MMR and autism

Toddler Vaccination Chart: Government (UIP) Schedule

Short answer: Under India's Universal Immunization Programme, these vaccines are free at government health centres and Anganwadi immunisation sessions.

Age	Free UIP Vaccines
9 to 12 months	MR dose 1, fIPV dose 3, PCV booster, JE dose 1 (in some districts), Vitamin A (first dose)
16 to 24 months	MR dose 2, DPT booster 1, OPV booster, JE dose 2 (in some districts), Vitamin A (second dose)
Every 6 months until 5 years	Vitamin A doses
5 to 6 years	DPT booster 2

Toddler Vaccination Chart: IAP Schedule

Short answer: Many private pediatricians follow the IAP schedule, which adds vaccines like hepatitis A, chickenpox and Hib boosters.

Age	IAP-Recommended Vaccines
12 months	Hepatitis A (dose 1)
12 to 15 months	PCV booster
15 months	MMR dose 2, Varicella (chickenpox) dose 1
16 to 18 months	DTP booster 1 (DTwP or DTaP), Hib booster, IPV booster
18 to 19 months	Hepatitis A dose 2 (if the 2-dose type is used), Varicella dose 2
Every year (6 months to 5 years)	Influenza (flu) vaccine
4 to 6 years	Next boosters (DTP, polio and others, as your doctor advises)

Note: Schedules are updated from time to time. Your pediatrician may adjust the timing based on what your toddler has already had. Typhoid conjugate vaccine is usually given in infancy. Ask your doctor if your toddler needs a dose or booster.

What Is Each Toddler Vaccine For?

Vaccine	Protects Against
MMR or MR	Measles, mumps, rubella
Varicella	Chickenpox
Hepatitis A	Hepatitis A, a liver infection spread through dirty food and water
DTP booster	Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough
Polio booster (OPV or IPV)	Polio
Hib booster	Serious infections like meningitis and pneumonia
PCV booster	Pneumonia, meningitis and ear infections caused by pneumococcus
JE (in some districts)	Japanese encephalitis, a brain infection spread by mosquitoes
Influenza	Flu

The 15-Month Vaccines

Short answer: At 15 months, toddlers on the IAP schedule usually get the second MMR dose and the first chickenpox vaccine. A mild fever or rash may appear 1 to 2 weeks later.

Vaccine	Possible Side Effects
MMR dose 2	Mild fever or a light rash, usually 7 to 12 days after the shot
Varicella	Soreness, mild fever, or a few small spots, usually within a few weeks

The 16 to 18 Month Vaccines

Short answer: This visit includes the DTP, polio and Hib boosters. Soreness, swelling at the injection site and fever for 1 to 2 days are common, especially with the DTwP vaccine.

What Side Effects Are Normal After Toddler Vaccines?

Short answer: Mild fever, fussiness, sleepiness, poor appetite and a sore, red or swollen spot where the injection was given are normal. They usually go away in 1 to 3 days.

Normal	See a Doctor
Mild fever for 1 to 2 days	High fever, or fever lasting more than 2 days
Soreness, redness or swelling at the injection site	Swelling that keeps growing, or pus
Fussiness or crying	Crying non-stop for more than 3 hours
Sleepiness or poor appetite	Very sleepy, floppy or hard to wake
Mild rash 1 to 2 weeks after MMR	A fit (seizure), or trouble breathing

Emergency: Call 108 or 112 if your toddler has trouble breathing, swelling of the face or lips, or a seizure after a vaccine. Serious reactions are very rare.

How to care for your toddler after vaccines

Give extra cuddles, fluids and rest
Apply a cool, clean cloth to the injection site
Give paracetamol only if your doctor advises, in the dose they tell you
Never give aspirin to children
Dress your toddler in light clothes if they have a fever

How to Prepare Your Toddler for Vaccine Day

Short answer: Stay calm, be honest, hold your toddler on your lap, and use a toy or song to distract them.

Carry your MCP card or vaccine record
Tell your toddler simply: "It will pinch for a second, then a big hug"
Hold your toddler on your lap during the injection
Bring a favourite toy, book or snack
Breastfeed or cuddle right after
Praise them for being brave

For toddlers who are scared of doctors, see our guide on toddler fears and anxiety.

What If My Toddler Missed a Vaccine?

Short answer: Don't worry, and don't restart the series. Your doctor will give catch-up doses to complete the schedule.

Take your MCP card or records to your doctor
Most vaccines can be given late and still work
Several vaccines can be given on the same day safely
The government's Mission Indradhanush campaign helps children catch up on missed doses for free

Can My Toddler Get Vaccines When Unwell?

Short answer: Yes, usually. A mild cold, cough or low fever is usually not a reason to delay. Your doctor may wait if your toddler has a high fever or is very unwell.

Tell your doctor if your toddler:

Had a serious reaction to a previous vaccine
Has a weak immune system or takes steroid medicines
Recently had a blood transfusion
Has a severe allergy

How Much Do Toddler Vaccines Cost in India?

Short answer: UIP vaccines are free at government hospitals, primary health centres and Anganwadi immunisation sessions. Vaccines only on the IAP schedule, like hepatitis A, chickenpox and flu, are given at private clinics, and costs vary by brand and city.

Ask your pediatrician for the cost of each vaccine before your visit, and keep a record of what was given.

How Do I Keep Track of My Toddler's Vaccines?

Tool	How It Helps
MCP (Mother and Child Protection) card	Paper record from your Anganwadi or hospital
U-WIN	The government's digital record of vaccinations
Mylo immunization scheduler	Free reminders for your child's vaccines
Your pediatrician's records	Keep a copy at home

Track your toddler's vaccines with Mylo's free immunization scheduler.

What Should Indian Parents Keep in Mind?

Short answer: Many toddlers miss boosters because there's a long gap after the first year of vaccines. Mark the dates and keep your vaccine record safe.

Boosters get missed: After the busy first year, the 15 and 18 month visits are easy to forget
Moving cities or going to Nani's house: Carry the MCP card, and get vaccines at any government centre
Monsoon and flu season: Ask your doctor about the yearly flu vaccine before the season
JE vaccine: Given in districts where Japanese encephalitis is common. Ask your local health centre
"Nazar" and fever after vaccines: A mild fever is the body building protection. It's normal and passes in a day or two
Vitamin A doses: Given free every 6 months until 5 years. Don't miss them

Myths vs Facts

Myth	Fact
MMR causes autism	Large studies show no link
Too many vaccines at once overload the immune system	Several vaccines on the same day are safe
A cold means vaccines must be delayed	Mild illness usually isn't a reason to delay
If a dose is missed, the series must restart	Missed doses can be caught up without restarting
Toddlers don't need vaccines after 1 year	Boosters are needed to keep protection strong
Fever after a vaccine means it didn't work	Mild fever is a normal sign the body is responding

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which vaccines are given after 1 year?
Hepatitis A, the second MMR or MR dose, chickenpox, the PCV booster, and the DPT, polio and Hib boosters, depending on the schedule your doctor follows.

2. Which vaccines are given at 15 months in India?
On the IAP schedule, usually MMR dose 2 and the first chickenpox (varicella) vaccine.

3. Which vaccines are given at 16 to 18 months?
DTP booster, polio booster and Hib booster. Under UIP, MR dose 2, DPT booster and OPV booster are given between 16 and 24 months.

4. Is fever normal after the 15-month vaccine?
Yes. A mild fever or rash can appear 7 to 12 days after MMR. See a doctor if the fever is high or lasts more than 2 days.

5. Are toddler vaccines free in India?
UIP vaccines are free at government centres. Some IAP vaccines, like hepatitis A and chickenpox, are paid at private clinics.

6. What if my toddler missed the 18-month booster?
Visit your doctor as soon as you can. The missed dose can be given late without restarting.

7. Does my toddler need the flu vaccine every year?
The IAP recommends a yearly flu vaccine from 6 months to 5 years. Ask your doctor.

8. 1 saal ke baad bacche ko kaun se teeke lagte hain?
1 saal ke baad Hepatitis A, MMR ka doosra teeka, chickenpox, aur 16 se 18 mahine par DPT, polio aur Hib ke booster lagte hain. Sarkari teeke muft hote hain. Apna MCP card saath rakhiye.

9. Teeke ke baad bukhar aaye to kya karein?
Halka bukhar 1 se 2 din mein theek ho jata hai. Bacche ko aaram, paani aur pyaar dijiye. Doctor ki salah se hi paracetamol dijiye. Tez bukhar ya daura pade to turant doctor ke paas jaiye.

References

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. "National Immunization Schedule (Universal Immunization Programme)." https://nhm.gov.in
Indian Academy of Pediatrics Advisory Committee on Vaccines and Immunization Practices (ACVIP). "IAP Recommended Immunization Schedule for Children Aged 0 Through 18 Years." Latest edition.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. "Mission Indradhanush." https://nhm.gov.in
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. "U-WIN." https://uwin.mohfw.gov.in
World Health Organization (WHO). "Vaccines and immunization." https://www.who.int/health-topics/vaccines-and-immunization
Taylor LE, Swerdfeger AL, Eslick GD. "Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis." Vaccine, 2014.

Medical Disclaimer

This article is for information only and does not replace professional medical advice. Vaccine schedules are updated from time to time. Always follow your pediatrician's advice and your child's MCP card.

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