The Indian Super League 2026-27 points table is live after the season opened on October 10, 2026. Kerala Blasters FC lead after round one with three points, ahead of Bengaluru FC and Churchill Brothers on goal difference.
Thirteen clubs play a full home-and-away league, Phase 1 runs until January 17, 2027, and the top six reach the playoffs. This guide tracks every standing, result and upcoming fixture, with the players who will move the table.
Indian Super League 2026-27 Points Table (Updated October 19, 2026)
Four matches have been played so far. That gives us a small but already interesting table.
Kerala Blasters FC sit on top after a 2-0 win over Inter Kashi. Bengaluru FC and Churchill Brothers both won their openers, while FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC shared a draw.
| Pos | Club | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NorthEast United FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 6 |
| 2 | Bengaluru FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 6 |
| 3 | East Bengal FC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 3 |
| 4 | Punjab FC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 5 | Mohun Bagan Super Giant | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 6 | Kerala Blasters FC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| 7 | Churchill Brothers SC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 3 |
| 8 | FC Goa | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 | Odisha FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| 10 | Chennaiyin FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 1 |
| 11 | Inter Kashi | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 1 |
| 12 | Mumbai City FC | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 13 | Sporting Club Delhi | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
ISL 2026-27 Standings: How the Table Works
The ISL league phase is a double round-robin. Every club plays the other 12 teams twice, once at home and once away.
That means 24 matches per team and 156 league fixtures. A win earns three points, a draw one, and a defeat none.
| Feature | ISL 2026-27 |
|---|---|
| Clubs | 13 |
| Matches per club | 24 |
| Total league matches | 156 |
| Total matches including playoffs | 163 |
| Points system | Win 3, draw 1, loss 0 |
| ISL Shield | Awarded to the table topper |
| Playoffs | Top six teams qualify |
| Phase 1 dates | October 10, 2026 to January 17, 2027 |
Each club plays the other 12 sides once in Phase 1. The remaining league fixtures and the playoff dates will be announced later.
The full tie-breaker rules sit in the league’s official regulations. Check them if two clubs finish level on points.
Churchill Brothers, the newest name in the field, made the best possible start against a Mumbai City side that rebuilt its foreign core in the summer.
Reading the Table After Round One: Why Three Points Is Not a Trend
Here is the honest view of any table this early. It tells you who won, not who is good.
With one match played, ordering comes down to goal difference and goals scored. That is why Kerala Blasters sit above Bengaluru FC, even though both have three points.
Several clubs have not played at all, so their zeros mean something different from a loss. East Bengal, Mohun Bagan, NorthEast United, Odisha and Punjab are all waiting for their first match.
A useful rule of thumb: wait until each club has played at least four or five matches before reading the table as a ranking.
ISL 2026-27 Playoffs and Qualification Explained
The league phase decides everything. The top six clubs qualify for the playoffs and compete for the ISL Cup.
The team that finishes first takes the ISL Shield. Last season had no playoffs because of the shortened format, so this is a return to a more familiar structure.
| Finish | What It Means |
|---|---|
| 1st | ISL Shield winners |
| 1st to 6th | Playoff qualification, ISL Cup contention |
| 7th to 13th | Season ends after the league phase |
Playoff dates and the final will be announced later.
Qualification for the AFC Champions League Two is a separate pathway. East Bengal FC are the ISL champions, and FC Goa won the Super Cup, so both enter continental competition.
Next Matches: What Can Change the ISL Table This Week
The next few days matter for the table. Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, Punjab FC and Odisha FC all have their opening games coming up.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12 (Mon) | NorthEast United FC vs Mohun Bagan Super Giant | Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 14 (Wed) | Punjab FC vs Odisha FC | JLN Stadium, Delhi | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 16 (Fri) | Sporting Club Delhi vs Mohun Bagan Super Giant | JLN Stadium, Delhi | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 17 (Sat) | Inter Kashi vs Odisha FC | TBC | 5:00 PM |
| Oct 17 (Sat) | Bengaluru FC vs Chennaiyin FC | Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 18 (Sun) | Churchill Brothers vs East Bengal FC | Fatorda Stadium, Goa | 5:00 PM |
| Oct 18 (Sun) | NorthEast United FC vs Kerala Blasters FC | Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 19 (Mon) | Punjab FC vs Mumbai City FC | JLN Stadium, Delhi | 7:30 PM |
The standout is October 18. East Bengal begin their title defence away to Churchill Brothers, who will be full of confidence after their opening win.
Bengaluru FC against Chennaiyin FC on October 17 is the first meeting between two sides already on the board.
Last Season’s Table: The Baseline for ISL 2026-27
To judge how far clubs have moved, start with where they finished last year. East Bengal topped the 2025-26 table with 26 points from 13 matches and edged Mohun Bagan Super Giant on goal difference.
That season used a single-leg format with no playoffs.
| Pos (2025-26) | Club | 2026-27 Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Bengal FC | Defending champions |
| 2 | Mohun Bagan Super Giant | In the field |
| 3 | Mumbai City FC | In the field |
| 4 | Bengaluru FC | In the field |
| 5 | Jamshedpur FC | Licence taken over by Churchill Brothers |
| 6 | Punjab FC | In the field |
| 7 | FC Goa | In the field |
| 8 | Kerala Blasters FC | In the field |
| 9 | NorthEast United FC | In the field |
| 10 | Inter Kashi FC | In the field |
| 11 | Odisha FC | In the field |
| 12 | Sporting Club Delhi | In the field |
| 13 | Chennaiyin FC | In the field |
| 14 | Mohammedan SC | Relegated |
Interesting early contrast: Kerala Blasters (8th last year) and Chennaiyin FC (13th) both have points, while Mumbai City (3rd) are already chasing.
ISL 2026-27 Points Table Club Watch
A quick look at the clubs the table is already talking about.
- Kerala Blasters FC. Top of the table with a 2-0 win over Inter Kashi. Adrián Luna’s return from loan is the main creative storyline, and their next match is away to NorthEast United on October 18.
- Bengaluru FC. Won 3-2 against Sporting Club Delhi. Under Pep Muñoz, with Sunil Chhetri still leading the side, they now host Chennaiyin FC.
- Churchill Brothers. The newest club identity in the league started with a win over Mumbai City. They face East Bengal next.
- FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC. A 1-1 draw gave both a point, a result that suits Chennaiyin more after last season’s 13th place.
- Mumbai City FC. A first-day defeat is a dent for a side with a rebuilt foreign spine, but the squad has plenty of time to respond.
- Sporting Club Delhi and Inter Kashi. Both start on zero. Inter Kashi’s squad situation is worth watching closely given a reported transfer ban.
ISL 2026-27 Player Spotlight: Names Who Will Shape the Table
Standings are decided by people. These are the players most likely to push their clubs up the ISL points table this season.
- Sunil Chhetri (Bengaluru FC). The league’s all-time leading scorer with 77 goals, and level with Pritam Kotal on 196 appearances. Bengaluru’s early lead in the table starts with the experience he brings.
- Adrián Luna (Kerala Blasters FC). The playmaker returns from loan and is central to Kerala’s creative plans. His arrival gives the table leaders a leader on the pitch.
- Lallianzuala Chhangte (Mohun Bagan Super Giant). One of the biggest domestic transfers of the summer. Mohun Bagan have yet to play, and his wing play will be a key part of their title chase.
- Jamie Maclaren (Mohun Bagan Super Giant). The Australian striker remains one of the league’s most feared finishers. If he finds form early, Mohun Bagan will climb quickly.
- Madih Talal (Chennaiyin FC). The creative centrepiece of Chennaiyin’s rebuild under Clifford Miranda. A point on opening day is a useful start for a club that finished 13th last time.
- Sandesh Jhingan (FC Goa). FC Goa’s captain and defensive anchor under Gouramangi Singh. A 1-1 draw to start is the kind of result a strong defender can build on.
- Rodriguinho (Sporting Club Delhi). The headline foreign attacker of the capital club, and a likely source of goals after an open 3-2 loss.
Conclusion
The Indian Super League 2026-27 points table is only a few matches old, but it already has a story. Kerala Blasters lead, Bengaluru FC and Churchill Brothers follow, and East Bengal and Mohun Bagan are still waiting to start.
With 13 clubs, 24 matches each and the top six reaching the playoffs, every point counts. Bookmark this page for daily updates to the ISL 2026-27 standings, results and fixtures through January 17, 2027.
FAQs
Kerala Blasters FC lead with three points and a goal difference of +2 after beating Inter Kashi 2-0.
Thirteen clubs. Diamond Harbour FC will not take part, and Churchill Brothers have entered through the Jamshedpur licence.
The top six clubs qualify. The team finishing first wins the ISL Shield.
Three for a win, one for a draw and none for a loss.
Twenty-four league matches, home and away against each of the other 12 clubs.
On January 17, 2027. The remaining fixtures and playoff dates will be announced later.
The official broadcaster has not been confirmed. Reports earlier this month pointed to Zee for television and YouTube for streaming.
East Bengal FC won their first ISL title in 2025-26 by topping the table with 26 points.
