The 1996–97 Moldovan "A" Division season is the 6th since its establishment. A total of 16 teams are contesting the league.
League table
Tiras Soroca and Gloria Edineț withdrew after the winter break, their records were expunged:
Promotion/relegation play-off 25 June 1997 Agro Chișinău 5–2 Raut Orhei Codru Călărași 1–2 Stimold-MIF Chișinău
Codru relegated, Stimold-MIF promoted.
References Moldova. Second Level 1996/97 - RSSSF
External links "A" Division - moldova.sports.md