1995–96 League of Ireland First Division

The 1995–96 League of Ireland First Division season was the 11th season of the League of Ireland First Division.

Overview
The First Division was contested by 10 teams and Bray Wanderers won the division.

Promotion/relegation play-off
Third placed Home Farm Everton played off against Athlone Town who finished in tenth place in the 1995–96 League of Ireland Premier Division. The winner would compete in the 1996–97 League of Ireland Premier Division.

2nd leg
Home Farm Everton won 4–3 on penalties and were promoted to the Premier Division