It was renamed the 2nd Bengal European Cavalry in 1859 and in 1862, while based in Mathura, it was transferred to the British Army and renamed the 20th Regiment of Hussars.
The unit underwent a name change in 1859, becoming known as the 2nd Bengal European Cavalry. Later, while based in Mathura, it was transferred to the British Army and subsequently re-designated as the 20th Regiment of Hussars.