YCMOU Previous Year Question Papers: Subject-Wise PDFs
YCMOU provides previous year sample and model question papers for Certificate, Diploma, Degree, and Post Graduate programmes across various academic schools. Students can download paper PDFs by filtering by school, programme level, and exam session ranging from May/June 2022 to December 2025/January 2026. Standard final theory examinations carry 80 marks with strict word count rules per question.
Key facts
| Available Exam Sessions | May/June 2022 to Dec 2025/Jan 2026 |
|---|---|
| Programme Levels | Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate |
| Standard Theory Exam Marks | 80 Marks |
| Answer Word Limits | 200-250 (10 marks), 100-125 (5 marks), 50-60 (3 marks) |
| Supplementary Sheet Policy | Not provided |
| Evaluation Helpdesk Tel | (0253) 2230091 |
How to Search and Download Previous Year Question Papers
Students can search for previous examination question paper PDFs subject-wise using the university’s online paper portal. Filters allow narrowing down papers by academic school, level, and specific exam sessions.
- Open the YCMOU sample question paper portal.
- Select your academic school from the ‘School’ dropdown menu (e.g., School of Humanities & Social Sciences, School of Commerce & Management, or School of Agricultural Sciences).
- Choose your ‘Program Level’ (Certificate, Diploma, Degree, or Post Graduate).
- Select your specific programme from the ‘Program’ dropdown list.
- Choose the relevant exam event from the ‘Exam Event’ dropdown list.
- Select the number of entries to display (10, 25, 50, or 100) and click the ‘Search’ button.
- Locate your subject in the results table and click ‘View’ under the Action column to open or download the PDF file, such as the Human Rights certificate question paper.
Exam Events and Programme Levels Archived
The YCMOU digital university archive maintains exam question papers and question paper formats sorted by examination session and academic level.
Archived Question Papers by Exam Session and Level
| Exam Session | Available Programme Levels | Special Paper Documents Available |
|---|---|---|
| May / June 2022 | Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate | Subject Question Paper PDFs |
| May / June 2023 | Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate | PG Question Paper Format Document |
| May / June 2024 | Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate | PG Question Paper Format Document |
| May / June 2025 | Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate | Subject Question Paper PDFs |
| December 2025 / January 2026 | Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate | Subject Question Paper PDFs |
Academic Schools Covered in the Question Paper Repository
Question paper PDFs are available across the following specialized schools and divisions of YCMOU:
- School of Humanities & Social Sciences (e.g., B.A. G01, Certificate in Human Rights C07)
- School of Commerce & Management
- School of Agricultural Sciences (e.g., AGR 201 Foundation Course)
- School of Education
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Science & Technology / School of Sciences
- School of Computer Sciences
- School of Continuing Education
- Academic Services Division
Question Paper Pattern and Answering Rules
YCMOU theory examinations follow standardized rules regarding duration, word limits, and answer paper layout. Guidelines from official blueprints like the PG question paper pattern document and sample models like the AGR 201 theory model paper outline these specifications.
- Total Marks: Standard final theory examination papers carry 80 marks (converted to specific programme structure marks where applicable).
- Exam Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (or 3 hours for specific 80-mark subjects; 1 hour 15 minutes for shorter papers).
- Word Limit for 10 Marks Questions: 200 to 250 words per sub-question.
- Word Limit for 5 Marks Questions: 100 to 125 words (or 75 to 100 words in select 80-mark certificate papers).
- Word Limit for 3 Marks Questions: 50 to 60 words per sub-question.
- Compulsory Questions: All main questions on the question paper are compulsory.
- Separate Page Rule: Every sub-question answer must be started on a separate page.
- Supplementary Answer Sheet: Supplementary answer sheets are not provided during examinations.
- Language Ambiguity: In case of doubt regarding a question, the medium of instruction version (or official Marathi text) is treated as final.
Helpdesk Contacts for Paper Format & Exam Queries
Students who have feedback on question paper formats or issues regarding examination hall tickets and schedules can contact the evaluation section via the official details on the YCMOU examination contact page.
YCMOU Evaluation and Exam Support Contacts
| Nature of Query / Feedback | Office / Authority | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Feedback & suggestions on question paper format, content, and timings | Director, Center for Learner Evaluation Technology | (0253) 2230091 |
| Queries on exam timetable, seat numbers, hall tickets, and mark sheets | Deputy Registrar, Exam Section 1/2/3 | (0253) 2230716 / 2280058 / 2230013 |
| General postal address for examination section | Evaluation Division, YCMOU, Dnyangangotri, Near Gangapur Dam, Govardhan, Nashik – 422222 | (0253) 2230459 / 2230024 |
Important YCMOU links
| What you can do | Official page |
|---|---|
| search and download sample question papers archive | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1171 |
| filter old question papers by school and program | ycmou.ac.in/old-sample-question-paper/school-of-humanities |
| view contact directory of YCMOU officials | ycmou.ac.in/directory/ |
| contact details for examination and evaluation queries | ycmou.ac.in/contact-us/ |
| access student portal options and hall tickets | ycmou.ac.in/student-corner |
Official documents (PDF)
- Download PDF — model question paper for final theory examination 80 marks
- PG-प्रश्नपत्रिका आराखडा PDF — post graduate question paper structure and word count limits
- View — OLD/Sample Question Paper PDF — sample question paper for certificate programme in human rights
Frequently asked questions
Where can I download YCMOU previous year question papers?
You can search and download old question papers from the university’s online repository by selecting your academic school, program level, program, and exam event.
Which exam sessions are available in the YCMOU question paper archive?
The digital archive includes question papers from May/June 2022, May/June 2023, May/June 2024, May/June 2025, and December 2025 / January 2026 exam events.
What is the maximum mark scheme for YCMOU final theory papers?
Standard final theory examination papers carry 80 marks, which are later converted according to the specific programme structure marks.
What are the word limits for answering questions in YCMOU theory exams?
Answer word limits are 200 to 250 words for 10-mark sub-questions, 100 to 125 words (or 75 to 100 words in select papers) for 5-mark sub-questions, and 50 to 60 words for 3-mark sub-questions.
Are supplementary answer sheets provided during YCMOU term-end exams?
No, supplementary answer sheets are not provided during YCMOU examinations. Students must complete all answers within the main answer booklet.
What is the rule regarding starting answers on new pages?
Every sub-question answer must be written starting on a separate page in the examination booklet.
Which version of a question is treated as official if there is a translation conflict?
In case of any doubt or conflict in a question, the medium of instruction version (or official Marathi version) is treated as final.
Who can I contact if I have feedback regarding question paper format or timings?
Feedback or suggestions regarding question paper formats, content, and timings should be directed to the Director, Center for Learner Evaluation Technology at telephone number (0253) 2230091.
Sources
Written from the official YCMOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.
- OLD / Sample Question Paper ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
- OLD/Sample Question Paper ycmou.ac.in/…/school-of-humanities-social-sciences
- OLD / Sample Question Paper Download PDFs and attempt tests. ycmou.ac.in/…/school-of-humanities-social-sciences
- Directory ycmou.ac.in/…/directory
- Contact Us ycmou.ac.in/…/contact-us
- Download ycmou.ac.in/…/Model_Question_Paper_for_Final_Theory_Ex
- PG-प्रश्नपत्रिका आराखडा ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/PG – Question Paper Format.pdf
- View — OLD/Sample Question Paper ycmou.ac.in/…/C07_HRC001.pdf