IGNOU BPCE-145 Assignment 2026-27New
Counselling Psychology
Last updated by IGNOU: 28 Oct 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 30 Oct 2026, 04:26 pm.
| Course code | BPCE-145 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Counselling Psychology |
| Programme | BA Multidisciplinary (BAM)BAPCH |
| School | School of Social Sciences (SOSS) |
| Assignment code | Asst /TMA /July 2026- January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 – January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the BPCE-145 assignment
The BPCE-145 assignment covers counselling assessment, existential therapy, art therapy, school counselling, and couple and family counselling. It also includes short responses on personality concepts, crisis intervention, substance use disorders, workplace counselling and online counselling.
There are 10 compulsory questions across three parts. Assignment One has two questions worth 20 marks each, with about 500 words per answer. Assignment Two has three questions worth 10 marks each, with about 250 words per answer. Assignment Three has five questions worth 6 marks each, with about 100 words per answer. Together, they carry 100 marks.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain counselling assessment methods, covering both standardised and non-standardised approaches. |
| Q2 | 20 | Explain existential therapy and evaluate the approach. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain what art therapy means, including its stages, benefits and techniques. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss the responsibilities of a counsellor working in a school. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain important concepts in counselling for couples and families. |
| Q6 | 6 | Write a brief account of the id, ego and superego. |
| Q7 | 6 | Write a short note on intervention during a crisis. |
| Q8 | 6 | Briefly discuss counselling for people with substance use disorders. |
| Q9 | 6 | Outline internal and external approaches to providing workplace counselling. |
| Q10 | 6 | Write a short note on counselling delivered online. |
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
- Attempt every question and keep each answer close to the word limit specified for its part.
- Write answers by hand in your own words; typed or printed answers are not permitted. Copying from study materials or other learners attracts zero marks for the affected question.
- Use ruled A4 paper, leave a 4 cm margin on the left, keep space between answers and tie the pages securely.
- Organise answers logically, give suitable attention to introductions and conclusions, and present the work neatly with proper spacing.
- Attach a copy of the TMA question paper to the completed assignment.
- Submit only to the coordinator of your allotted study centre by the deadline. If a study-centre change is pending, use the original centre until the University confirms the change.
- Collect and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of your assignment.
- Read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide and check submission dates on the IGNOU website.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session).
Frequently asked questions
What are the submission deadlines for BPCE-145 for July 2026 and January 2027?
The July 2026 session deadline is 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam. The January 2027 session deadline is 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam.
How many questions must I answer in the BPCE-145 assignment?
All 10 questions are compulsory: two descriptive questions, three middle-category questions and five short-category questions.
What are the marks and word limits for BPCE-145?
The assignment totals 100 marks and carries 30% weightage. Each descriptive answer is about 500 words for 20 marks, each middle-category answer about 250 words for 10 marks, and each short answer about 100 words for 6 marks.
Can I submit typed BPCE-145 answers?
No. The PDF requires answers in your own handwriting and your own words, and does not permit typed or printed answers.
Where should I submit the completed BPCE-145 assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your allotted study centre, with a copy of the TMA attached. Keep a photocopy and obtain a submission receipt.
Which programme is listed for this BPCE-145 assignment?
The official listing identifies BAPCH, while the PDF cover names BA Multidisciplinary (BAM), under Discipline Specific Elective.
Other IGNOU BAPCH assignments
- BPCC-101: Introduction to Psychology
- BPCC-103: Psychology of Individual Differences
- BPCC-106: Development of Psychological Thought
- BPCC-108: Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II
- BPCC-109: Developmental Psychology
- BPCC-110: Applied Social Psychology
- BPCC-114: Counselling Psychology
- BPCE-141: Positive Psychology
- BPCE-142: Forensic Psychology
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.