However, recognizing parachute qualification as an integral element of special operations, the unit was transferred to the Parachute Regiment and raised as its 9th Battalion (Commando) on 1 July 1966. The erstwhile members of the Meghdoot Force formed the nucleus, and the new unit was based in Gwalior. In June 1967 the unit was split equally into two to form a second commando unit, designated as 10th Battalion, each with three Companies.
Nevertheless, acknowledging parachute training as a fundamental component of special forces operations, the unit was reassigned to the Parachute Regiment and reconstituted as its 9th Battalion (Commando) on July 1, 1966. The former members of the Meghdoot Force served as the foundation, and the new unit was based in Gwalior. In June 1967, the unit was divided equally into two to form a second commando unit, designated as 10th Battalion, each with three Companies.