| Competition: | Irish League |
| Season: | 1981–82 |
| Winners: | Linfield 34th Irish title |
| Matches: | 132 |
| Total Goals: | 431 |
| League Topscorer: | Gary Blackledge (18) |
| Prevseason: | 1980–81 |
| Nextseason: | 1982–83 |
The 1981–82 Irish League was the 81st edition of the Irish League, the highest level of league competition in Northern Irish football. The league consisted of 12 teams, and Linfield won the championship.