(Note: This article will be updated after every match with fresh scenarios)

(The article was last updated at 12:00 PM IST on March 12, 2025)

The Indian Super League is closing in on the final stages of the league campaign and the battle for the final playoff spot is tightening up with Mohun Bagan Super Giant, FC Goa, Jamshedpur FC, Bengaluru FC and NorthEast United FC already having already qualified. Mumbai City FC and Odisha FC are in contention for the final playoff spot with the former needing just one point to qualify.

The top six teams make it to the playoffs with the top two teams securing a direct place in the semi-finals. The remaining four teams battle it out for a place in the semi-finals via a playoff round where teams finishing in third and fourth spot enjoy home advantage in a one-off tie.

The team finishing top of the table wins the League Shield and also qualifies for the AFC Champions League Two group stage.

Here’s what every team needs to secure their respective goals.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (Pl: 24, Pts: 56, GD: +31) - League Winners

The Mariners successfully defended the League Shield with a stoppage-time winner against Odisha FC in Matchweek 23, becoming the first team in ISL history to win back-to-back Shields.

What Mohun Bagan Super Giant need to finish in the top two?: The Mariners have secured a top-two finish and secured a direct place in the semi-finals.

FC Goa (Pl: 24, Pts: 48, GD: +16) - Qualified for Semi-Finals

Mohun Bagan SG's win over Odisha FC ended the Gaurs' hopes of winning the League Shield.

What FC Goa need to secure a top-two finish?: The Gaurs have secured a place in the semi-final following Jamshedpur FC's draw with Kerala Blasters FC.

What FC Goa need to qualify for the playoffs?: Marquez’s men have qualified for the playoffs.

Bengaluru FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 38, GD: +9)

What Bengaluru FC need to finish in the top two?: The Blues' chances of securing a top-two finish are over following FC Goa's win over Punjab FC.

What Bengaluru FC need to qualify for the playoffs?:Bengaluru FC have qualified for the playoffs following their 1-0 win over Chennaiyin FC in Matchweek 24.

Jamshedpur FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 38, GD: -6)

What Jamshedpur FC need to secure a top-two finish?: Jamshedpur FC's draw against Kerala Blasters FC ended their chances of securing second place, confirming FC Goa's spot in the semi-final.

What Jamshedpur FC need to qualify for the playoffs? Jamshedpur FC have confirmed their playoff spot after Odisha FC's defeat to the Mariners in the final fixture of Matchweek 23.

NorthEast United FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 38, GD: +17)

NorthEast United FC are out of the race for a top-two finish following their defeat to Bengaluru FC.

What NorthEast United FC need to qualify for the playoffs?: The Highlanders have made their way to the playoffs after beating Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Mumbai City FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 36, GD: +1)

Mumbai City FC can no longer secure direct qualification to the semi-finals after FC Goa's win over Mohun Bagan SG.

What Mumbai City FC need to qualify for the playoffs?: Mumbai City FC secured their qualification to the playoffs with a 2-0 victory over Bengaluru FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Matchweek 26.

Odisha FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 33, GD: +7)

Odisha FC have no chance of finishing in the top two.

What Odisha FC need to qualify for the playoffs?: The Kalinga Warriors had to settle for a seventh-place finish following Mumbai City FC's win over Bengaluru FC.

East Bengal FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 28, GD: -6)

East Bengal FC are out of contention for a place in the top two.

What East Bengal FC need to qualify for the playoffs?: Oscar Bruzon’s bowed out of the playoff race following their draw with Bengaluru FC at home.

Kerala Blasters FC (Pl: 23, Pts: 28, GD: -4)

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The Blasters have no chance of securing a top-two finish.

What Kerala Blasters FC need to qualify for the playoffs?: The Kochi-based side are out of the playoffs following their draw with Jamshedpur FC.

Punjab FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 28, GD: -4)

The Shers' have no chance of securing a top-two finish.

What Punjab FC need to qualify for the playoffs?: The Shers bowed out of the playoff race following their defeat to FC Goa at home.

Chennaiyin FC (Pl: 24, Pts: 27, GD: -5)

Chennaiyin FC are out of contention for a place in the playoffs following their 1-0 defeat to Bengaluru FC in Matchweek 24.

Hyderabad FC and Mohammedan SC are out of contention for a place in the playoffs this season.