The 2015–16 season was Koninklijke Atletiek Associatie Gent's 27th consecutive season in the Belgian Pro League and 113th year in existence as a football club.

In addition to the domestic league, Gent participated in that season's editions of the Belgian Cup, the Belgian Super Cup and the UEFA Champions League.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

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