IGNOU MPC-054 Assignment 2026-27
Services for the Mentally Ill
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 11 Nov 2026, 08:55 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 MPC-054 assignment front page →| Course code | MPC-054 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Services for the Mentally Ill |
| Programme | PG Diploma in Mental Health (PGDMH)PGDMH |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MPC-054/ASST/TMA/July 2026-January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 - January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Sat, 05 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the MPC-054 assignment
The assignment covers mental illness, certification, psychotherapy, mental health services, legislation and rehabilitation.
It has 18 compulsory questions across three sections. Section A has three questions of 15 marks each, Section B has five of 5 marks each, and Section C has ten of 3 marks each. The respective word limits are approximately 1,000, 400 and 50 words per answer.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | 3×15=45 | Discuss misconceptions about mental illness in India and social responsibility, certification and its benefits, and schools of psychotherapy. |
| Section B | 5×5=25 | Cover mental health documentation, legal responsibilities, the 1985 narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances law, NGOs in rehabilitation, and cognitive behaviour therapy. |
| Section C | 10×3=30 | Write short responses on types of admission, domestic violence law, unconditional positive regard, the Rehabilitation Council Act, thought records, automatic thoughts, anger, social skills training, mental health indicators and the National Informatics Centre. |
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 follow the approximate word limit for its section.
- Handwrite responses on A4 ruled paper; do not type, print or copy answers from course material or other students.
- Include your enrolment number, name, full address, signature, date, programme title, course code and title, assignment code and study centre on the title page.
- Number each answer, leave space between answers, provide a 4 cm left margin and secure the pages.
- Prepare each course assignment separately and submit it to the coordinator or programme in-charge of your allotted study centre.
- Obtain and retain an acknowledgement from the study centre and keep a photocopy of your assignment.
- If you have requested a study centre change, submit to the original centre until the university notifies you of the change.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in the MPC-054 assignment?
There are 18 questions in three sections, and all are compulsory.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MPC-054?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a weightage of 30%.
What are the word limits for the MPC-054 assignment?
The approximate limits are 1,000 words per answer in Section A, 400 in Section B and 50 in Section C.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator or programme in-charge of your allotted study centre or programme study centre.
What are the MPC-054 submission deadlines?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session.
Can I type my assignment answers?
No. The PDF requires handwritten responses and says not to type or print them.
Other IGNOU PGDMH assignments
- MPC-051: Fundamentals of Mental Health
- MPC-052: Mental Disorders
- MPC-053: Mental Health in Special Areas
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.