PHE-16 IGNOU Guess Paper 2026-27

Guess Paper Overview

The digital PDF guess paper compiles solved previous‑year questions (June & December sessions) for the PHE-16 Term‑End Exam, enabling targeted practice.

Syllabus Blocks Covered

• Block‑1: Basic Physics of Communication
• Block‑2: Fundamentals of Telecommunication
• Block‑3: Communication Systems
• Block‑4: Computer Based Communication

Question Weightage by Block

Analysis of the past ten papers shows the following approximate distribution:

• Block‑1 20% (wave theory, signal propagation)
• Block‑2 25% (modulation, multiplexing, transmission media)
• Block‑3 30% (analog & digital systems, network protocols)
• Block‑4 25% (computer networking, data communication, error detection)

Exam Time‑Management Tips (3 hours)

• Allocate 45 minutes for Block‑1 and Block‑2 combined, focusing on short‑answer questions.
• Spend 60 minutes on Block‑3, prioritising diagram‑based problems.
• Reserve the final 45 minutes for Block‑4 and review.
• Keep 10 minutes for sanity‑check of all answers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many solved questions should I attempt from each block?

A: Aim for at least 8–10 fully worked‑out problems per block, matching the average question count in previous exams.

Q2: Is the guess paper aligned with the June or December session pattern?

A: It integrates both sessions, highlighting common question types that recur across semesters.