1995–96 Vyshcha Liha

The 1995–96 Vyshcha Liha season was the 5th since its establishment. FC Dynamo Kyiv were the defending champions.

Promotions

 * Zirka-NIBAS Kirovohrad, the champion of the 1994–95 Ukrainian First League – (debut)
 * CSKA-Borysfen Kyiv, the runner-up of the 1994–95 Ukrainian First League – (debut)

Renamed

 * Before the start of the season Zorya-MALS Luhansk changed its name to Zorya Luhansk.