A Sikh confederacy/battalion that existed during the period between 1716 - 1799 which preceeded the reign of the Sikh Empire (1799 - 1849) under Maharaha Ranjit Singh. Prominent Sikh 'Missals' include: Bhangi, Karorh Singhia, Nakai Army, Ahluwalia, Ramgarhia, Kanahiya, Dallewalia, Shaheed, Faizalpuria/Singhpuria, Shukarchakia, Nishanwalia Army, Phulkian Army (expelled in August 1765).

Also see 'Missaldar'.