IGNOU MCS-061 Assignment 2026
Mathematical Foundations-I
Last updated by IGNOU: 04 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 25 Oct 2026, 04:26 pm.
| Course code | MCS-061 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Mathematical Foundations-I |
| Programme | Master of Science Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (MSCAIML)MSCAIML, MSCDSA |
| School | School of Computer and Information Sciences |
| Assignment code | MSCAIML(I)/061/Assign/2026 |
| Session | July 2026 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | — |
| Last date (December exam) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the MCS-061 assignment
The MCS-061 assignment covers sets, relations, functions, matrices, determinants, progressions, vectors, counting principles and calculus. Tasks include explaining mathematical concepts, proving identities, drawing graphs and diagrams, and carrying out calculations.
There are four compulsory questions with multiple subparts, worth 80 marks in total. A compulsory viva-voce carries the remaining 20 marks. The assignment has a maximum of 100 marks and a weightage of 30%.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | — | Explain sets, power sets, function types and equivalence relations, and work with linear graphs, inverse functions, Venn diagrams, injectivity and function composition. |
| Q2 | — | Work with determinant identities, matrix powers and inverses, triangular matrices, simultaneous equations, arithmetic and geometric progressions, minors and cofactors. |
| Q3 | — | Explain vectors and inner products, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, characteristic equations and the multiplication principle, then prove a combinations identity and apply the binomial theorem. |
| Q4 | — | Explain limits, derivatives and definite integration, verify a differential relation, evaluate integrals, and examine limits and continuity. |
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 all four questions.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Study Centre by the due date.
- Timely assignment submission is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the corresponding term-end examination.
- Attend the compulsory assignment viva-voce; submitting the written assignment without attending the viva results in zero marks and unsuccessful completion.
Submission dates: 31 October 2026 (December term-end examination, July 2026 session); the June term-end examination deadline is not specified.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to submit the MCS-061 July 2026 assignment?
The deadline is 31 October 2026 for the December term-end examination. No June term-end examination deadline is provided in the listing.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MCS-061?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a weightage of 30%. Written questions account for 80 marks, and the viva-voce accounts for 20 marks.
Do I need to answer every question?
Yes. The assignment requires answers to all four questions.
Is the MCS-061 assignment viva compulsory?
Yes. If you submit the assignment but do not attend the viva-voce, the assignment is treated as unsuccessfully completed and receives zero marks.
Where should I submit the MCS-061 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre on or before the deadline.
Which programmes and medium are listed for this assignment?
The official listing includes MSCAIML and MSCDSA, with English as the available medium. The PDF prints the assignment under the MSCAIML programme.
Other IGNOU MSCAIML assignments
All MSCAIML 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.