The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the Civil Services Examination 2010 to recruit top civil servants across the Indian administrative structure. This was the last year when the Prelims had the traditional format before CSAT was introduced in 2011.
Important Dates – CSE 2010:
- Notification Released: February 2, 2010
- Last Date to Apply: March 1, 2010
- Preliminary Exam Date: May 23, 2010 (Sunday)
- Main Exam Start Date: October 29, 2010
- Interview/Personality Test: February – April 2011
- Final Results Declared: May 2011
Exam Structure in 2010
1. Preliminary Examination (Prelims):
Date: May 23, 2010
Consisted of two papers:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 150 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | Optional Subject (one) | 300 | 2 hours |
Note: This was the last Prelims without CSAT. CSAT was introduced from 2011 onwards.
2. Main Examination (Mains):
Start Date: October 29, 2010
Total Papers: 9 (Essay-based)
| Paper No. | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Indian Language (Qualifying) | 300 |
| Paper II | English (Qualifying) | 300 |
| Paper III | Essay | 200 |
| Paper IV & V | General Studies I & II | 300 each |
| Paper VI to IX | Two Optional Subjects (2 papers each) | 300 each |
Total (Mains): 2000 marks (excluding qualifying papers)
3. Personality Test (Interview):
Date: February–April 2011
Marks: 300
Final Score: Mains (2000) + Interview (300) = 2300 marks
Highlights of UPSC CSE 2010
- Over 5 lakh candidates applied for the Preliminary Exam
- About 12,000 candidates qualified for Mains
- More than 2,400 candidates were called for the Interview
- 965 candidates were finally recommended for appointment
- Topper: S. Divyadharshini – 1st rank holder and female topper
Download UPSC 2010 Question Papers
📥Download UPSC Prelims 2010 GS & Optional Papers (PDF)📥Download UPSC Mains 2010 All Papers (PDF)
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Conclusion:
The UPSC Civil Services Examination 2010 marked the final use of the traditional preliminary exam structure. It provides valuable insights into the older pattern and serves as a useful resource for aspirants studying the evolution of UPSC over the years.
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