1996–97 Azerbaijan Top League
| Season | 1996–97 |
|---|---|
| Champions | Neftchi Baku |
| Relegated | Pambiqci Neftcala Azerbaijan U-18 |
| Champions League | Neftchi Baku |
| UEFA Cup | Qarabağ |
| Cup Winners' Cup | Kapaz |
| Matches played | 450 |
| Goals scored | 718 (1.6 per match) |
| Top goalscorer | Gurban Gurbanov (34) |
← 1995–96 1997–98 → | |
The 1996–97 Azerbaijan Top League was contested by 16 teams and won by Neftchi Baku. Champions are Garabag Agdam thanks to "youth points" from the U-15 and U-16 Championships.