IGNOU BPAC-104 Assignment 2026-27
Administrative System at State and District Levels
Last updated by IGNOU: 08 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 13 Nov 2026, 08:56 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Mon, 21 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BPAC-104 assignment front page →| Course code | BPAC-104 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Administrative System at State and District Levels |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BAM/ BAPAH/ BAFPA)BAM, BAFPA, BAPAH |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | ASST /TMA / July 2026 & January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Mon, 21 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BPAC-104 assignment
The BPAC-104 assignment covers state and district administration, including secretariats, state commissions, judicial control, civil services and the District Collector.
It has three tutor-marked assignments with 10 questions carrying 100 marks in total. Assignment A has two 20-mark questions of about 500 words each; B has three 10-mark questions of about 250 words each; and C has five 6-mark questions of about 100 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Examine the Chief Secretary’s central position in the State Secretariat. |
| Q2 | 20 | Describe administrative relations between the central and state governments in India. |
| Q3 | 10 | Analyse how the Secretariat and Executive Department relate to each other. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss the State Finance Commission’s powers and functions. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain the different forms of judicial control over administration. |
| Q6 | 6 | Outline the functions of the State Election Commission. |
| Q7 | 6 | Analyse the role of the Lokayukta. |
| Q8 | 6 | Explain the meanings of Habeas Corpus and Mandamus. |
| Q9 | 6 | Describe how the State Civil Service is classified. |
| Q10 | 6 | List the major functions of the District Collector. |
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
- Answer every question in your own words.
- Keep answers close to the stated limits: about 500 words for Assignment A, 250 for B and 100 for C.
- Write Assignment A answers as essays with an introduction and conclusion.
- Present answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit the completed assignments to the Study Centre Coordinator by the applicable deadline.
- Obtain and retain a receipt from the Study Centre; keep a photocopy if possible.
- Ask the Study Centre to return your assignments after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session). Dates differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in the BPAC-104 assignment?
There are 10 questions across three tutor-marked assignments.
What are the marks and weightage for BPAC-104?
The assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage in the course.
What are the word limits for the three assignments?
The approximate limits are 500 words per answer in Assignment A, 250 in B and 100 in C.
Where should I submit the BPAC-104 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre and retain the receipt.
What are the submission deadlines?
The listed deadlines are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates differ by session.
Which mediums are available for BPAC-104?
The official listing gives English and Hindi as available mediums.
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