For exam preparation, students revising Basic Statistical Methods (BSTM-161) can use previous year question papers to practise answering under exam-style conditions and to organise revision more clearly.
Check the paper section below for available BSTM-161 sessions. A useful routine is to attempt a paper, note questions that caused difficulty, and return to the relevant Basic Statistical Methods material before the next attempt.
| Exam Session | View | Download |
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| June 2026 Latest | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2025 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
BSTM-161 Previous/Old Paper Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Code | BSTM-161 |
| Course Title | Basic Statistical Methods |
| University | IGNOU |
| Resource Type | Previous Year Question Papers (PDF) |
IGNOU BSTM-161 Previous Year Question Papers FAQs
Is it better to solve one BSTM-161 paper at a time?
Yes. Completing and reviewing one session before opening another keeps practice focused and makes it easier to notice improvement.
Should I memorise answers from old BSTM-161 papers?
No. Use previous papers to practise and identify areas for revision rather than memorising old answers, because examination questions can change.
Where can I check BSTM-161 previous year question papers?
Use the Previous Papers section on this page. When an archived BSTM-161 session is available, its paper link appears there for practice.
Should I start with recent BSTM-161 papers?
Starting with recent sessions can make your practice easier to organise. After that, move to older papers and compare the areas that continue to need revision.
What is a useful way to review a BSTM-161 paper after attempting it?
Mark questions that felt uncertain, group them by topic, and use the Basic Statistical Methods study material to clear those gaps before the next paper.