In 1837, the 3rd Light Dragoons was dispatched to serve in India.

In 1842 it formed part of the army that re-entered the Khyber Pass, recaptured Kabul and effected the release of British captives.

Afterwards, the regiment joined the “army of the reserve” and served in the Khytul Expedition.

In 1845 the regiment served in the First Sikh War at Moodkee, Ferozeshah and Sabraon.

In 1848-49 it was engaged in the Second Sikh War at Ramnugger, Sadoolapore, Chillianwallah and Goojerat.

The regiment returned home in 1853.