1996–97 Israel State Cup
The 1996–97 Israel State Cup was the 58th season of Israel's nationwide football cup competition, and the 43rd since the Israeli Declaration of Independence.
The competition was won by Hapoel Be'er Sheva, who defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 1–0 in the final.
By winning, Hapoel Be'er Sheva qualified to the 1997–98 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup, entering the qualifying round.