IGNOU MER-005 Assignment 2026-27
IPR and Technology Commercialisation
Last updated by IGNOU: 07 Sept 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 04:16 pm.
| Course code | MER-005 |
|---|---|
| Course title | IPR and Technology Commercialisation |
| Programme | Master of Arts (Entrepreneurship) (MAER)MAER |
| School | School of Vocational Education & Training |
| Assignment code | MER-005/TMA/2006-27 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 15 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Medium |
About the MER-005 assignment
The MER-005 assignment covers all course blocks, focusing on technology transfer, intellectual property, patent commercialisation and traditional knowledge. It also includes patent filing and intellectual property law in India.
There are five compulsory questions worth 20 marks each. The final question contains four short notes worth 5 marks each. The assignment carries 30% weightage, and the PDF specifies a pass mark of 50%.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain the tools used for technology transfer in detail. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss the meaning of intellectual property and the different categories of IP instruments. |
| Q3 | 20 | Describe the factors influencing the marketing, saleability and pricing of patents or technology. |
| Q4 | 20 | Explain why developing countries seek to protect traditional knowledge, using suitable examples. |
| Q5 | 5×4=20 | Write four short notes covering the importance of traditional knowledge, patent application procedures in India, the Indian Patents (Amendment) Act, 2025, and an overview of Indian IP law. |
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 all five questions, including all four short-note parts in Question 5.
- Read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide before preparing your responses.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Study Centre according to the applicable schedule.
- Assignment submission is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the term-end examination.
Submission dates: 15 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 15 September 2026 (December term-end exam)
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.