IGNOU MPCE-012 Assignment 2026-27
Psychodiagnostics
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 28 Oct 2026, 04:26 pm.
| Course code | MPCE-012 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Psychodiagnostics |
| Programme | M.A. Psychology (MAPC)MAPC |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MPCE-012/ASST/TMA/July 2026- January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the MPCE-012 assignment
The MPCE-012 assignment covers psychological assessment, creativity assessment, Wechsler scales, observation, treatment planning, IQ testing, mental status examination and assessment of children. It also includes short responses on psychological tests, interviews, ethics and neuropsychological assessment.
This compulsory Tutor Marked Assignment has 18 questions across three sections, totalling 100 marks. Section A has three questions worth 15 marks each, with 1,000 words per answer. Section B has five questions worth 5 marks each, with 400 words per answer. Section C has ten questions worth 3 marks each, with 50 words per answer.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | 3 x 15 = 45 | Explain sources of psychological assessment data, the meaning and assessment of creativity, and the Wechsler scales. |
| Section B | 5 x 5 = 25 | Discuss direct observation and its limitations, therapy planning and delivery, IQ testing controversies, mental status examination and psychodiagnostic assessment of children. |
| Section C | 10 x 3 = 30 | Write brief notes on psychophysiological assessment, testing ethics, performance tests, the Woodcock-Johnson battery, semi-structured interviews, referral questions, abstract attitude, implicit memory tests, the California Psychological Inventory and the purpose of neuropsychological assessment. |
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, include its question number and follow the word limit specified for its section.
- Handwrite your answers in your own words; do not type, print or copy from university study material or other students.
- Use A4 ruled paper, leave a 4 cm left margin and space between answers, and secure the 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 a separate assignment for each course rather than combining all course responses in one continuous file.
- 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 receipt, and keep a photocopy of your assignment.
- If you have requested a study centre change, continue submitting to your original centre until the university notifies you of the change.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These follow the official listing; dates can differ by session, and the PDF gives a different December-related schedule.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MPCE-012 assignment code for July 2026 and January 2027?
The printed assignment code is MPCE-012/ASST/TMA/July 2026- January 2027.
What are the maximum marks and weightage of the MPCE-012 assignment?
The assignment carries 100 marks. Its weightage is 30%, according to the official listing.
Are all MPCE-012 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 MPCE-012 assignment?
Each Section A answer requires 1,000 words, each Section B answer 400 words and each Section C answer 50 words.
What are the MPCE-012 assignment submission deadlines?
The official listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session. The PDF instead lists 31 March 2027 for July 2026 learners and 30 September 2027 for January 2027 learners; the listing dates take priority here.
Can I submit a typed MPCE-012 assignment, and where should I submit it?
No. The PDF requires handwritten responses. Submit them to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre or Programme Study Centre and obtain an acknowledgement.
Other IGNOU MAPC assignments
- BPCE-142: Forensic Psychology
- MPCE-011: Psychopathology
- MPCE-013: Psychotherapeutic Methods
- MPCE-031: Organisational Behavior
- MPCE-033: Organisational Development
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.