UPSC CSE 2013 was a landmark year as the Union Public Service Commission introduced a revised Mains exam pattern, reducing optional subjects to one and increasing the weightage of General Studies. This change shifted the focus toward a more comprehensive understanding of general issues over specialized subject knowledge.
Important Dates – CSE 2013
- Notification Released: March 5, 2013
- Last Date to Apply: April 4, 2013
- Preliminary Exam Date: May 26, 2013 (Sunday)
- Main Exam Start Date: December 2, 2013
- Interview/Personality Test: March–April 2014
- Final Result Declared: June 12, 2014
Preliminary Examination (Same CSAT Pattern):
Prelims structure remained unchanged from 2011 & 2012:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies (GS) | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | CSAT (Aptitude) | 200 | 2 hours |
Mains Examination – Major Reforms in 2013:
Changes introduced in 2013:
- Only one optional subject allowed (earlier two)
- Four GS papers instead of two
- Essay marks increased from 200 to 250
- English and Indian Language still qualifying
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper A | Indian Language (Qualifying) | 300 |
| Paper B | English (Qualifying) | 300 |
| Paper I | Essay | 250 |
| Paper II to V | General Studies I to IV | 250 each |
| Paper VI & VII | Optional Subject (2 Papers) | 250 each |
Total (Mains): 1750 marks
Interview: 275 marks
Grand Total: 2025 marks
Highlights of UPSC CSE 2013
- First year of reformed Mains pattern
- Greater focus on Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude (new GS Paper IV)
- Increased weightage to General Studies
- Topper: Gaurav Agrawal (AIR 1, Economics Optional)
- Number of final selections: 1,122 candidates
Download UPSC 2013 Question Papers
📥Download Prelims 2013 GS & CSAT Papers (PDF)
📥Download Mains 2013 Papers – GS, Essay, Optional (PDF)
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Conclusion:
The year 2013 marked a significant evolution in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, shifting the emphasis toward broader general awareness and analytical capabilities. It set the tone for the modern CSE format used even today.
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