IGNOU MPC-003 Assignment 2026-27
Personality: Theories and Assessment
Last updated by IGNOU: 28 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 30 Oct 2026, 04:26 am.
| Course code | MPC-003 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Personality: Theories and Assessment |
| Programme | M.A. Psychology (MAPC)MAPC |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MPC 003/ASST/TMA/July 2026-January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Apr 2027 |
| Medium | English |
About the MPC-003 assignment
The MPC-003 assignment covers personality development, personality theories and assessment methods. Topics include biological influences, trait approaches, psychoanalytic theory, behavioural assessment, personality inventories and projective tests.
This tutor-marked assignment has 18 compulsory questions across three sections, totalling 100 marks. Section A has three questions of 15 marks each, with 1,000 words per answer. Section B has five questions of 5 marks each, with 400 words per answer. Section C has ten short notes of 3 marks each, with 50 words per answer.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | 3 x 15 = 45 | Explain personality and its biological determinants, describe how the Rorschach test is administered, and discuss the neurophysiological foundations of traits and types. |
| Section B | 5 x 5 = 25 | Discuss Freud’s and Allport’s personality theories, the purposes and methods of personality assessment, behavioural assessment, and scientific standards for assessment techniques. |
| Section C | 10 x 3 = 30 | Write short notes on aptitudes, NEO-PI, limitations of personality inventories, Ayurvedic body types, the Senior Apperception Test, the Holtzman Inkblot Test, growth needs, reciprocal determinism, behaviour modification principles and anti-social personality disorder. |
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, following the section-wise word limits, and write the question number beside each answer.
- Handwrite your responses; typed or printed answers are not allowed. Copying university study material earns zero for the affected question, while copying another student’s responses can lead to rejection.
- Use A4 ruled paper, leave a 4 cm left margin and space between answers, and secure all pages properly.
- Include your enrolment number, name, full address, signature and date on the title page, along with the programme title, course code and title, assignment code and study centre name.
- Prepare this course assignment separately rather than combining responses for different courses in one continuous file.
- Submit the completed assignment to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre or Programme Study Centre, not to the Student Evaluation Division at headquarters.
- Obtain and retain a submission acknowledgement, and keep a photocopy of your assignment.
- If you have requested a study centre change, continue submitting to your original centre until the university officially notifies the change.
Submission dates: 31 October 2026 (June term-end exam); 30 April 2027 (December term-end exam). These are the official listing dates; the PDF gives different dates, and deadlines can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MPC-003 assignment cover?
It covers the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions for first-year M.A. Psychology (MAPC).
What are the marks and weightage for MPC-003?
The assignment carries 100 marks. The official listing gives it a weightage of 30%.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
All 18 questions are compulsory. Write 1,000 words each for the three Section A questions, 400 words each for the five Section B questions, and 50 words each for the ten Section C questions.
What are the MPC-003 assignment submission deadlines?
The official listing gives 31 October 2026 for the June term-end exam and 30 April 2027 for the December term-end exam. These listing dates take precedence over the different dates in the PDF; deadlines can differ by session.
Can I submit typed answers for MPC-003?
No. The PDF requires handwritten responses on A4 ruled paper, with a 4 cm left margin and space between answers.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre or Programme Study Centre. Keep a photocopy and obtain an acknowledgement after submission.
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- MPC-002: Life Span Psychology
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- MPCE-012: Psychodiagnostics
- MPCE-013: Psychotherapeutic Methods
- MPCE-021: Counselling Psychology
- MPCE-022: Assessment in Counselling and Guidance
- MPCE-023: Interventions in Counselling
- MPCE-031: Organisational Behavior
- MPCE-032: Human Resource Management
- MPCE-033: Organisational Development
- MPCE-046: Applied Positive 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.