IGNOU MCS-206 Assignment 2026-27
Object Oriented Programming Using Java
Last updated by IGNOU: 15 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 08 Nov 2026, 08:57 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Sat, 05 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
From IGNOU's official date sheet dated 30 Oct 2026. IGNOU can still revise it: check your hall ticket for the final date and your exam centre.
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Make the MCS-206 assignment front page →| Course code | MCS-206 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Object Oriented Programming Using Java |
| Programme | Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA-NEW)BCA_NEWOL, BCA_NEW, PGDCA_NEW |
| School | School of Computer and Information Sciences |
| Assignment code | PGDCA_NEW(II)/206/Assignment/2026-27 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 30 Apr 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 31 Oct 2027 |
| Medium | English |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Sat, 05 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the MCS-206 assignment
The MCS-206 assignment covers Java programming and object-oriented concepts, including classes, inheritance, exceptions, threads, graphical interfaces and database connectivity.
It has eight compulsory questions worth 80 marks in total, with another 20 marks for a compulsory viva voce. Students may use Java code, illustrations and diagrams in their explanations.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | — | Discuss Java operators, object-oriented programming features and the JVM’s role in platform independence. |
| Question 2 | — | Explain Java classes, access specifiers, selected keywords and methods of the Character wrapper class. |
| Question 3 | — | Write a matrix multiplication program and explain Java file handling and input/output operations. |
| Question 4 | — | Discuss inheritance in Java and compare abstract classes with interfaces. |
| Question 5 | — | Explain polymorphism and exception handling, including a custom exception for age validation. |
| Question 6 | — | Discuss thread creation and synchronization, and explain the List interface and Vector class. |
| Question 7 | — | Describe Swing architecture, compare Swing with AWT, and explain FXML and JavaFX event handling. |
| Question 8 | — | Write a JDBC program for a library user database and explain how to use ResultSet to retrieve query results. |
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 eight questions.
- Use the assignment presentation guidelines in the Programme Guide.
- You may include Java code, illustrations and diagrams to support your explanations.
- Submit the assignment to your Study Centre Coordinator by the applicable due date.
- Attend the compulsory viva voce; an assignment submitted without attending the viva is marked zero.
- Submit before the due date to be eligible for the corresponding term-end examination.
Submission dates: 30 April 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session: the PDF lists 31 October 2026 for the July session and 30 April 2027 for the January session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MCS-206 assignment title?
The course is Object Oriented Programming Using Java.
How many marks is the MCS-206 assignment worth?
It carries 100 marks: 80 for the eight questions and 20 for the viva voce.
What is the assignment weightage?
The listed weightage is 30%.
Is the viva compulsory?
Yes. If a student submits the assignment but does not attend the viva, the assignment is marked zero.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
What are the submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 30 April 2027 for the June term-end exam and 31 October 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF lists different dates for its July and January sessions, so dates can differ by session.
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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.