Which vaccine is NOT part of the National Immunisation Schedule (NIS) but is recommended by IAP as part of the IAP Immunisation Schedule?

Explanation

## NIS vs IAP Immunisation Schedule — Key Differences **Key Point:** Varicella vaccine is **NOT included in the NIS** but is recommended by IAP as an optional vaccine in the IAP Immunisation Schedule. ### Comparison: NIS vs IAP Recommendations | Vaccine | NIS Status | IAP Status | Notes | |---------|-----------|-----------|-------| | Rotavirus | Included (2023) | Recommended | Part of primary series | | PCV (Pneumococcal) | Included (2023) | Recommended | Part of primary series | | Varicella | NOT included | Recommended (optional) | Not universally funded; private administration | | TCV (Typhoid) | Included (2023) | Recommended | Part of primary series | **High-Yield:** The NIS 2023 expanded to include Rotavirus, PCV, and TCV as government-funded vaccines. Varicella remains outside the NIS and is given as a private vaccine on IAP recommendation. **Mnemonic:** **"NIS-2023 Added RoTA-PCV-TCV"** — Rotavirus, Typhoid conjugate, and Pneumococcal conjugate were added to NIS in 2023. Varicella was NOT added. **Clinical Pearl:** Varicella vaccine is particularly recommended in India for children in high-risk groups (immunocompromised, healthcare workers, close contacts of varicella cases) and those seeking private immunisation. [cite:IAP Immunisation Schedule 2024, NIS 2023 Guidelines]