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Complete Cat & Kitten Vaccination Schedule India 2026

FVRCP · Rabies · FeLV · Indoor vs Outdoor guidance — everything a responsible cat parent needs to know.

Core + Lifestyle Vaccines 16+ Breed Guides Indoor & Outdoor Cats

Educational purpose only. This guide is published for pet parent awareness. Always consult a registered veterinary practitioner for your cat's personalised vaccination and health plan.

Indoor Cats

Require full core FVRCP series + Rabies. Panleukopenia can enter on shoes — no cat is truly safe without core vaccines. FeLV optional if no outdoor contact.

Outdoor / Multi-Cat Cats

Require full core FVRCP + Rabies plus the FeLV (Feline Leukaemia Virus) lifestyle vaccine. Higher environmental exposure demands complete protection.

When to Start Your Kitten's Vaccinations

When kittens are born, they receive vital antibodies from their mother's milk (colostrum). However, this natural passive immunity is temporary and begins to fade rapidly within the first few weeks of life.

The optimal window to begin your kitten's vaccination schedule is between 6 to 8 weeks of age. Starting during this critical timeframe ensures that as maternal antibodies decline, the vaccines step in to "teach" the kitten's immune system how to defend itself.

After the initial dose, kittens require booster shots every 3–4 weeks until they are approximately 14–16 weeks old to build full, long-lasting immunity.

Standard Kitten Vaccination Schedule in India

Kitten Age Recommended Vaccine Diseases Protected Against
6 – 8 Weeks FVRCP / Tricat Trio (1st Dose) Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (Herpesvirus), Calicivirus, Feline Panleukopenia (Feline Parvo)
10 – 12 Weeks FVRCP / Tricat Trio (Booster 1) Strengthens core immunity against Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia
12 – 14 Weeks Anti-Rabies (1st Dose) Initial Rabies protection — legally mandatory for all cats in India
14 – 16 Weeks FVRCP (Booster 2) + Optional FeLV Final core booster — full immunity established. FeLV (Feline Leukaemia Virus) for outdoor/multi-cat homes
Annually Adult Boosters (Core + Rabies) Maintains lifelong immunity against all core feline diseases

Indoor vs. outdoor lifestyle determines whether lifestyle vaccines (FeLV, Chlamydophila felis) are needed. Your vet will advise.

Trusted Feline Vaccine Brands in India

Nobivac Tricat Trio (MSD Animal Health)

Most widely used feline core vaccine in Indian clinics — covers Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia in a single dose.

Tricat Trio · Nobivac Rabies

Zoetis — Fel-O-Vax

Globally trusted brand providing comprehensive feline protection with the Fel-O-Vax series. Defensor used for rabies defence.

Fel-O-Vax PCT · Defensor

Boehringer Ingelheim — Purevax

Offers advanced non-adjuvanted vaccines specifically designed for cats, significantly reducing injection-site reaction risk — recommended for long-term feline health.

Purevax RCP · Purevax RCPFeLV · Purevax Rabies

Virbac — Feligen

Trusted feline vaccine brand in India providing core protection and rabies cover at accessible price points across registered clinics.

Feligen CRP · Rabigen Mono

Intas Pharmaceuticals

Domestic Indian brand providing accessible anti-rabies solutions widely used in small animal vet practices across India.

Anti-Rabies Range

Pro tip: For cats especially, non-adjuvanted vaccines (like the Purevax range) are preferred by many feline specialists as they significantly reduce the rare but serious risk of Feline Injection Site Sarcoma (FISS). Ask your vet if non-adjuvanted options are available.

Core Feline Diseases — What You're Protecting Against

PFeline Panleukopenia (Feline Parvo)

Extremely contagious and highly fatal in unvaccinated kittens. Survives outdoors for months and can be brought indoors on clothing — no cat is safe without this vaccine.

HFeline Herpesvirus (Rhinotracheitis)

Causes severe upper respiratory infection, nasal discharge, sneezing, and eye damage. Once contracted, cats carry the virus for life with periodic flare-ups. Prevention is the only solution.

CCalicivirus

Causes painful oral ulcers, joint inflammation, respiratory disease, and in virulent strains, severe systemic illness. Spread through direct contact, shared food bowls, and grooming.

RRabies

100% fatal once symptoms appear. Even indoor cats can be exposed via bats or rodents entering the home. Vaccination is legally required in India and protects your family, not just your cat.

LFeline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV) — Lifestyle Vaccine

Suppresses the immune system and causes cancer. Spread through prolonged close contact, biting, grooming, shared litter boxes, and from mother to kitten. Recommended for all cats with outdoor access or multi-cat households.

The Risks of Skipping or Delaying Vaccinations

Incomplete or delayed vaccination leaves your kitten dangerously exposed to preventable, fatal diseases.

Fatal Panleukopenia

Feline Parvo has a very high mortality rate in unvaccinated kittens. It survives on surfaces for months and can enter any home — no kitten is safe without this vaccine.

Lifelong Respiratory Damage

Herpesvirus contracted early in life causes permanent viral latency — the cat becomes a carrier with recurring respiratory symptoms for life. The FVRCP vaccine prevents this.

Broken Immunity Chain

Missing a booster breaks the "immunisation chain." A single dose is insufficient — the immune system needs repeated exposure through the series to build durable memory.

Lifestyle Restrictions

Without an up-to-date vaccination record, your cat will be denied entry to boarding catteries, airlines, and commercial transport — limiting your and your cat's freedom.

Frequently Asked Questions

The optimal window is 6–8 weeks of age. Maternal antibodies from the mother's milk start to decline, and this is the critical point at which vaccines can establish lasting immune protection. The full series runs until 14–16 weeks.
The core mandatory vaccines for cats are the FVRCP combination (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis/Herpesvirus, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia) given in a 3-dose series, and the Anti-Rabies vaccine at 12–14 weeks. Rabies vaccination is legally required in India.
FVRCP is the core combination vaccine for cats: FVR = Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (Herpesvirus), C = Calicivirus, P = Panleukopenia (Feline Parvo). Also marketed as Tricat. It is given in a 3-dose series starting at 6–8 weeks.
Absolutely yes. Feline Panleukopenia (Feline Parvo) can be carried indoors on shoes, clothing, and hands — your cat does not need to go outside to be exposed. Herpesvirus and Calicivirus can similarly be transmitted without outdoor access. All cats, regardless of lifestyle, must receive the core FVRCP series.
FeLV (Feline Leukaemia Virus) vaccine is a lifestyle vaccine recommended for cats with outdoor access, multi-cat households with cats of unknown vaccination status, or cats who attend boarding facilities. Purely indoor cats with no contact risk may not require it — your vet will advise based on your cat's lifestyle.
After completing the kitten series, adult cats require annual booster shots for core FVRCP and Rabies vaccines to maintain lifelong immunity. Some vets may extend the core interval to every 3 years in low-risk indoor cats — always follow your specific vet's guidance.
Mild side effects — slight lethargy, reduced appetite, or tenderness at the injection site for 12–24 hours — are normal and temporary. Severe reactions (facial swelling, difficulty breathing, vomiting, hives) are rare but require immediate veterinary attention. Observe your kitten for at least 30–60 minutes after each vaccination.

Breed-Specific Vaccination Guides

Different cat breeds have unique health considerations. Select your cat's breed below for a tailored vaccination guide.

American Short Hair Kitten

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Bengal Kitten

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Bombay Kitten

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British Short Hair Kitten

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Exotic Short Hair Kitten

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Himalayan Kitten

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Maine Coon Kitten

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Persian

Persian

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Persian Kitten

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Persian Kitten (Punch Face)

Persian Kitten (Punch Face)

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Ragdoll Kitten

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Russian Blue Kitten

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Scottish Fold Kitten

Scottish Fold Kitten

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Scottish Fold Kitten | Standard Grey

Scottish Fold Kitten | Standard Grey

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Siamese Kitten

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Siberian Kitten

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