The word average student is vague. The examiner checking your answer sheets has no idea whether you are an average student or a topper. So it all depends on your preparation for the exam. You can get above-average marks if you study well and attempt the exam well. Similarly, not studying well might result in below-average marks.

The rough estimate of average IGNOU marks is around 55-60 marks (out of 100).

So it can be said that an average student can score first division easily. It mostly depends on how you write your answers.

Here are two of the major points that are helpful in writing a good answer in the exam for an MA in English:

• The answer must start with an excellent introduction to the writer and the text. Then, there should be good content, sticking to the point. The answer must end with an eminent conclusion. 

• The answer must not be written in a storytelling way. Students are supposed to answer what the question is asking them to explain, the theme, the character, and the point of view attached to the question.

Whatever answer students write, it must be revolving around giving proper reasons, perspectives, and possible central ideas that a question is trying to ask. The answer must not be diverting and stretching, without providing any appropriate conclusion.

Some basic information on IGNOU MEG is as follows:

For marks the weightage is as follows- Assignments: 30% and Theory: 70%

The minimum pass percentage required for passing both these components separately is 40% (‘D’ grade). Anything below this is considered a failure and you will see the “Incomplete” status on the grade card.

The grade card is as follows:

• 60% and above First Division

• 50% and above but below 60% Second Division

• 40% and above but below 50% Pass

• Less than 40% Unsuccessful

The exam board of IGNOU will be issuing passing marks out of 100, 70 and 50 for all subjects in the official site.