Ten season-defining fixtures are set to take place over 11 days across the Vanarama National League North and Vanarama National League South.

Since 2018, the play-off positions have been extended to six – with the champions being promoted automatically.

In both leagues, the remaining six fight it out for one final slot with two eliminator matches taking place before the semi-finals.

The one-off match format has added even more excitement and kept more clubs involved in the shake-up for longer.

All ties are single leg matches with extra-time and penalties used if necessary.

The National League consulted with clubs about the dates of the play-off semi-finals and a possible clash with the FA Cup final. Following this consultation, clubs will be granted permission to switch their semi-final from Saturday May 14 to Sunday May 15 if both clubs agree to do so.

Fixture changes will be agreed and confirmed by no later than Thursday May 12.

Confirmed schedule of the Vanarama National League North and South play-offs:

Eliminator A – Wednesday May 11: 5 v 6 (KO 7.45pm)
Eliminator B – Thursday May 12: 4 v 7 (KO 7.45pm)
Semi-Final – Saturday May 14: Second place vs winner of Eliminator A (KO 3.00pm) **
Semi-Final – Sunday May 15: Third place vs winner of Eliminator B (KO 3.00pm)
Promotion Final – Saturday May 21: Highest placed finalist at home (KO 3.00pm)

** Subject to change to Sunday May 15 if both clubs are in agreement.