1985–86 Liga Alef

The 1985–86 Liga Alef season saw Hapoel Beit She'an and Hapoel Dimona win the title and promotion to Liga Artzit. Beitar Nahariya also promoted after promotion play-offs.

South Division

Tzafririm Holon merged with Liga Artzit club, Hapoel Holon. thus, leaving the league with 13 clubs.

Promotion play-offs

Beitar Nahariya promoted to Liga Artzit.