1977–78 in Scottish football

The 1977–78 season was the 105th season of competitive football in Scotland and the 81st season of Scottish league football. In the Scottish Premier League, the Rangers F.C. were champions. Notable events included the Scotland national football team qualifying for the 1978 FIFA World Cup.

Scottish Premier Division
Champions: Rangers

Relegated: Ayr United, Clydebank

Scottish League First Division
Promoted: Morton, Hearts

Relegated: Alloa, East Fife

Scottish League Second Division
Promoted: Clyde, Raith Rovers

County
$$ – aggregate over two legs † – play off – won on penalties

Scottish national team
1978 British Home Championship – Third Place

Key:
 * (H) = Home match
 * (A) = Away match
 * WCQG7 = World Cup qualifying – Group 7
 * WCG4 = World Cup – Group 4
 * BHC = British Home Championship