IGNOU BFADC-103 Assignment 2026
Basics of Garment Construction
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 27 Oct 2026, 04:24 pm.
| Course code | BFADC-103 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Basics of Garment Construction |
| Programme | B.Sc. Fabric and Apparel DesignBSCFFAD |
| School | School of Continuing Education |
| Assignment code | BFADC-103/AST/TMA-2/2026/2027 |
| Session | January 2026 and July 2026 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the BFADC-103 assignment
This assignment covers sewing-machine parts and maintenance, garment seams and defects, hand-sewing needles, and basic garment-design concepts. Its practical component offers a choice between preparing a scrapbook of apparel materials and tools or reporting on garment trends observed during a retail-store visit.
The PDF has two sections: Part A requires all four descriptive questions, with five topics to be chosen within Question 4; Part B requires one of two practical tasks. The printed marks are inconsistent: Part A is labelled 60 marks, but its questions total 80; Part B carries 20, and the overall maximum is 100. No word limits are specified.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Part A, Q1 | 20 | Explain a sewing machine, its main components and their functions, and the importance of its care and maintenance. |
| Part A, Q2 | 10 | Describe garment seam types, common seam defects, and ways to prevent those defects. |
| Part A, Q3 | 10 | Explain the importance and parts of a hand-sewing needle, supported by a labelled diagram. |
| Part A, Q4 | 5 × 8 = 40 | Write short notes on any five topics from body shape, collar types, garment silhouette, sizing systems, good fit, sleeve parts, and measuring tools. |
| Part B, Q1 | 20 | Create a scrapbook showing trims, fasteners, sewing threads, and needles used in apparel manufacturing. |
| Part B, Q2 | 20 | Visit a garment retail store and prepare a detailed report analysing current trends through seams, stitches, pockets, collars, sleeves, and plackets. |
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
- Submit the latest assignment available on the IGNOU website, regardless of your registration year or session.
- Include your name, enrolment number with year and session, programme name and code, course title and code, address, and date at the top of the first page.
- Use plain or ruled A4 paper, write on both sides, and leave margins.
- Write the assignment in your own handwriting; only handwritten submissions are accepted.
- Read the assignment and relevant self-learning material carefully, but do not copy content from that material.
- Write the question number with every answer.
- Answer all Part A questions, choosing any five topics in Question 4, and attempt only one practical question from Part B.
- Submit the assignment to the coordinator of your allotted Study Centre for evaluation and keep a copy.
Submission dates: 30 September 2026 (December 2026 TEE; January 2026 session); 31 March 2027 (June 2027 TEE; July 2026 session).
Frequently asked questions
Which programme and sessions is the BFADC-103 assignment for?
It is for B.Sc. Fabric and Apparel Design students admitted in the January 2026 and July 2026 sessions.
What are the BFADC-103 assignment submission deadlines?
The listing gives 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam and 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam. The PDF associates these dates with the January 2026 and July 2026 sessions respectively.
What are the maximum marks and assignment weightage?
The maximum is 100 marks, and the official listing specifies 30% weightage. The PDF has a section-mark inconsistency: Part A is labelled 60 marks, although its individual questions total 80; Part B is labelled 20 marks.
Do I need to complete both practical tasks?
No. Part B asks you to choose one task: either the scrapbook or the retail-store field-visit report. Each option carries 20 marks.
Must the assignment be handwritten, and where should I submit it?
Yes, only handwritten assignments are accepted. Submit it to the coordinator of your allotted Study Centre and retain a copy.
Which assignment number is printed for BFADC-103?
The course question page prints BFADC-103/AST/TMA-2/2026/2027. The submission schedule separately lists BFADC 103 AST/TMA-1/2026/2027, so the PDF contains two different assignment-number references.
Other IGNOU BSCFFAD assignments
All BSCFFAD 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.