Some aspirants prefer regulatory bodies like SEBI, IFSCA, IRDAI, or PFRDA over NABARD due to the broader exposure to financial markets, urban postings, and relatively faster career growth in these institutions. These organizations primarily deal with capital markets, financial regulations, and policy-making in emerging sectors, which often attracts candidates interested in dynamic and evolving financial ecosystems. Additionally, postings in SEBI, IRDAI, PFRDA, and IFSCA are mostly in metro cities like Mumbai, Hyderabad, or GIFT City (Gujarat), offering better lifestyle and work-life balance options for urban-centric candidates. On the other hand, NABARD, while prestigious, involves rural and agricultural finance with postings often in remote areas or state rural offices, which may not appeal to everyone. Thus, those looking for metropolitan work environments, exposure to global financial standards, and cutting-edge regulatory frameworks often lean toward SEBI, IFSCA, IRDAI, or PFRDA.

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