1961–62 Northampton Town F.C. season

The 1961–62 season was Northampton Town's 65th season in their history and the first season in the Third Division, following promotion from the Fourth Division the previous season. Alongside competing in Division Three, the club also participated in the FA Cup and League Cup.

Matches
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 * date = {{Start date|1961|11|18|df=y}}
 * time = GMT
 * round = 21
 * score = 1–3
 * report =
 * team1 = Southend United
 * goals1 =
 * team2 = Northampton Town
 * goals2 = C.Holton ⚽ } R.Spelman ⚽ P.Terry ⚽
 * stadium = Roots Hall
 * location = Southend-on-Sea
 * attendance = 5,974
 * referee =
 * result = W