The Indian Super League (ISL) is the top tier of professional football in India. This page provides the latest ISL fixtures, live scores, final results, and a live league table for the current season, all updated automatically on matchdays.

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How the Indian Super League works

The Indian Super League (ISL) is a franchise-based competition run by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). Following its expansion, the league now typically features 12 or 13 clubs representing cities across the country. There is no promotion or relegation between the ISL and any lower division; the league is a closed system, although new clubs can be added through an expansion process.

The regular season operates on a double round-robin format, with each team playing every other club twice — once home and once away. The season usually runs from late September to April, with matches often scheduled several times per week, including weekends and midweek slots.

At the end of the regular season, the top six teams in the standings qualify for the playoffs. The top two teams receive a direct entry to the semi-finals, while the teams placing third through sixth enter a single-legged elimination round. The semi-finals are played over two legs, and the ISL Final is a single match at a neutral venue to determine the champion. The ISL League Winners’ Shield is awarded to the team that finishes first in the regular-season table. The league champion earns a berth in the AFC Champions League Two (previously the AFC Cup), subject to AFC licensing criteria.

How to read the fixtures

All kick-off times displayed on this page are shown in UK time (BST/GMT). The browser will reflect your local equivalent automatically. Fixtures are grouped by matchday, which typically runs from Friday to Thursday. The match schedule is published in advance by the league, though postponements can occur due to weather, security concerns, or club participation in other competitions.

The data in the fixtures section refreshes every 60 seconds on matchdays, updating in real time as kick-offs approach and as goals are scored. On non-matchdays, the module is updated at least once daily from the league’s official data feed.

Results & what they mean

Final scores are recorded after the full 90 minutes plus any added time. ISL matches do not use extra time or penalties in the regular season; a draw is a draw. Points are awarded on the standard three-point system: three for a win, one for a draw, and zero for a defeat. The league table is sorted by total points, then by head-to-head record between tied teams, followed by goal difference, goals scored, and — if necessary — the number of wins.

Playoff matches that are level after 90 minutes go directly to a penalty shootout, with no extra time played, to determine the winner. In the two-legged semi-finals, the away goals rule is not applied; ties level on aggregate go straight to penalties.

Where the data comes from

Fixtures, results, and standings are sourced from the official ISL public data feed, provided by the league’s data partner. This data is cross-referenced with live match reports and official club communications by the MatchWire data desk. Any errors can be reported through our corrections process, and updates are applied as soon as they are verified.

Frequently asked questions

When does the Indian Super League season start and end?

The regular season typically begins in late September and concludes in April. The playoffs and final extend into late April or early May each year.

How many teams are in the ISL?

The league has expanded over time; a typical season features 12 or 13 clubs. The exact number can vary as new franchises are added.

How do teams qualify for Asian competitions?

The ISL champion (winner of the final) qualifies for the AFC Champions League Two. The League Winners’ Shield winner may also earn a place, depending on AFC slot allocations.

Are there any relegations or promotions?

No. The ISL is a closed league with no promotion or relegation system. Entry is by franchise expansion only, decided by the league and AIFF.

How is the league table ordered if teams are level on points?

The first tiebreaker is head-to-head record between the tied teams. If still level, goal difference, goals scored, and then number of wins are used in sequence.