IGNOU BEE-001 Assignment 2026
Power Distribution Sector
Last updated by IGNOU: 11 Feb 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 06 Nov 2026, 08:54 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Wed, 16 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BEE-001 assignment front page →| Course code | BEE-001 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Power Distribution Sector |
| Programme | Advanced Certificate in Power Distribution Management (ACPDM)ACPDM |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology |
| Session | January 2026 and July 2026 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 15 May 2026 |
| Last date (December exam) | 15 Nov 2026 |
| Medium | English |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Wed, 16 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BEE-001 assignment
The BEE-001 assignment covers distribution networks, power-sector legislation and reforms, equipment, planning, maintenance, revenue protection and performance measurement.
It has 10 compulsory questions carrying equal marks, with several divided into parts. The assignment is worth 100 marks and has 30% weightage in the term-end examination.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | — | Compare feeder network configurations and examine transmission and distribution losses, including losses in rural areas. |
| Q2 | — | Outline provisions of the Energy Conservation Act, 2001 and Electricity Act, 2003 that can improve power-sector performance. |
| Q3 | — | Discuss the principal problems facing the power distribution sector. |
| Q4 | — | Assess whether existing distribution reforms can deliver reliable, good-quality power to everyone. |
| Q5 | — | Describe the roles of governments, regulators, utilities and consumers in distribution reforms. |
| Q6 | — | Describe substation equipment and the advantages of a high-voltage distribution system over an LT system. |
| Q7 | — | Explain load scheduling, unscheduled interchanges and the activities involved in distribution system planning. |
| Q8 | — | Discuss underground cable types and selection, along with operation and maintenance practices for distribution equipment. |
| Q9 | — | Analyse transformer failures in your utility and discuss revenue protection through metering, billing and collection methods. |
| Q10 | — | Explain benchmarking and its types, and discuss the importance of key performance indicators in the power sector. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Write responses in your own words; copied work may be rejected or have its marks invalidated.
- On the first page, include the RC and LSC codes, date, enrolment number, course code and title, name, address, email, signature and mobile number.
- Use foolscap-size writing paper that is not very thin, leaving a 3 cm margin on the left, top and bottom.
- Identify each question number and part clearly, and check your work before submission.
- Submit the assignment in person at the concerned Study Centre or Regional Centre by the due date.
- Obtain an acknowledgement or receipt and retain an acknowledged photocopy of the answer sheet.
- The same assignment set remains valid for one year; after that, a fresh set from the current year must be submitted.
Submission dates: 15 May 2026 (June TEE); 15 November 2026 (December TEE). Dates differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BEE-001 assignment about?
It covers the power distribution sector, including networks, reforms, planning, equipment, maintenance and performance.
How many questions are in the BEE-001 assignment?
There are 10 questions. All are compulsory and carry equal marks.
What are the maximum marks and weightage?
The assignment is worth 100 marks and carries 30% weightage in the term-end examination.
When is the assignment due?
The listing gives 15 May 2026 for the June TEE and 15 November 2026 for the December TEE. Dates differ by session.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it in person at your concerned Study Centre or Regional Centre and obtain a receipt.
How long is the assignment set valid?
The booklet says the same set is valid for one year; after that, a fresh current-year set must be submitted.
Other IGNOU ACPDM assignments
All ACPDM assignments →Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.