IGNOU MPC-006 Assignment 2026-27
Statistics in Psychology
Last updated by IGNOU: 28 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 31 Oct 2026, 04:25 am.
| Course code | MPC-006 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Statistics in Psychology |
| Programme | M.A. Psychology (MAPC)MAPC |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MPC-006/AST/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-006 assignment
The MPC-006 assignment covers statistical concepts and methods used in psychology, including correlation, analysis of variance, normal distributions, data organisation, regression and nonparametric tests. It combines explanations of statistical ideas with calculations based on supplied datasets.
This tutor-marked assignment has 18 compulsory questions across three sections. Section A carries 45 marks, with answers of about 1,000 words each where applicable. Section B carries 25 marks, with about 400 words per answer where applicable. Section C carries 30 marks, with about 50 words per answer.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | 15x3=45 | Questions 1–3 ask students to explain linear and nonlinear relationships and point-biserial correlation, apply ANOVA to three employee groups’ job-satisfaction scores, and describe the normal probability curve using diagrams. |
| Section B | 5x5=25 | Questions 4–8 cover data organisation, Spearman’s rank correlation, a Mann–Whitney U comparison of adolescent adjustment scores, two regression equations for paired test scores, and the Kruskal–Wallis ANOVA test. |
| Section C | 10x3=30 | Questions 9–18 require short notes on nonparametric statistics, mode, quartile deviation, Type I and Type II errors, hypothesis testing, tetrachoric correlation, part correlation, goodness of fit, kurtosis and the regression equation. |
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 and stay within the approximate word limit specified for each section.
- Handwrite your answers; typed or printed responses are not accepted. Copying from 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 some space between answers, and secure all pages properly.
- Include your enrolment number, name, full address, signature, date, programme title, course code and title, assignment code, and study centre name on the title page.
- Prepare a separate assignment for each course and write the relevant question number with every answer.
- Submit 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 completed assignment.
- If you have requested a study centre change, continue submitting to your original centre until IGNOU notifies you that the change has been made.
Submission dates: 31 October 2026 (June term-end exam); 30 April 2027 (December term-end exam), according to the official listing. Dates can differ by session; the PDF gives a different schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MPC-006 assignment cover?
It covers the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions of M.A. Psychology (MAPC). The official listing provides it in English.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MPC-006?
The assignment is marked out of 100 and carries 30% weightage.
Are all MPC-006 assignment questions compulsory?
Yes. All 18 questions must be answered: three in Section A, five in Section B and ten in Section C.
What are the word limits for the three sections?
Section A requires about 1,000 words per answer and Section B about 400 words per answer, wherever applicable. Section C requires about 50 words per answer.
What are the submission deadlines for MPC-006?
The official listing gives 31 October 2026 for the June term-end exam and 30 April 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session, and these listing dates take priority over the different schedule printed in the PDF.
Can I submit typed answers, and where should I submit the assignment?
No. The PDF requires handwritten answers. Submit the assignment to your allotted Study Centre or Programme Study Centre and obtain an acknowledgement.
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- MPC-004: Advanced Social Psychology
- MPC-005: Research Methods
- MPCE-011: Psychopathology
- 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
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- 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.