The 1956 Divizia C was the 5th season of Liga III, the third tier of the Romanian football league system.
[1][2] Relegated from Divizia B Promoted from Regional Championship
Metalul Baia Mare was renamed as Energia Baia Mare.
Metalul 108 Cugir was renamed as Energia Cugir.
Metalul Sinaia was renamed as Energia Sinaia.