The 1996–97 season was the 100th season of competitive football in Scotland. Season 1995–96 saw a playoff system introduced between the second bottom of the Premier Division and the second top team from the First Division.
Champions: Rangers
Relegated: Raith Rovers
(Hibernian win 5-2 on aggregate)
Promoted: St. Johnstone
Relegated: Clydebank, East Fife
Promoted: Ayr...
Also known as:
- 1996-97 in Scottish football