Students in the IGNOU CBS programme can use the Preparatory Course in Commerce (PCO1) Previous Year Question Papers in PDF format during revision. It introduces basic commerce ideas for preparatory study. It is a 4-credit course, and the papers are available in English.
Practice with earlier papers can help you notice question patterns and manage your time more carefully, while keeping your paper practice organised from one session to the next. Access the PCO1 Previous Year Question Papers below. Work through them before the December 2026 Term-End Examination.
| Exam Session | View | Download |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 Latest | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2025 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| June 2025 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2024 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2024 | June 2024 |
| December 2023 | June 2023 |
| December 2022 | June 2022 |
| December 2021 | June 2021 |
| December 2020 | June 2020 |
| December 2019 | June 2019 |
| December 2018 | June 2018 |
PCO1 Previous/Old Paper Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme(s) | CBS |
| Course Code | PCO1 |
| Course Title | Preparatory Course in Commerce |
| Credits | 4 |
| School | School of Management Studies (SOMS) |
| University | IGNOU |
| Medium | English |
| Resource Type | Previous Year Question Papers (PDF) |
IGNOU PCO1 Previous Year Question Papers FAQs
Where can I download PCO1 question papers?
Download PCO1 old papers from ignoubaba.com. Save the sessions you need and keep the PDFs together for revision.
How can PCO1 papers help with practice?
Work through Preparatory Course in Commerce papers during revision. Check your answers afterwards and revisit any part of the study material that still feels unclear.
How many PCO1 old papers should I solve?
Three to five papers is a practical starting range. Add more only after reviewing mistakes and weak areas from earlier attempts.
Should I time my paper-solving practice?
Yes, after some normal practice. Focus on clear answers first, then use later attempts to improve your pace without rushing.