The 1976 All-Ireland Under-21 Hurling Championship was the 13th staging of the All-Ireland Under-21 Hurling Championship since its establishment by the Gaelic Athletic Association in 1964.
Kilkenny were the defending champions.
On 19 September 1976, Cork won the championship following a 2-17 to 1-8 defeat of Kilkenny in the All-Ireland final. This was their 7th All-Ireland title in the under-21 grade and their first in three championship seasons.
Results.
Leinster Under-21 Hurling Championship.
Final
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Munster Under-21 Hurling Championship.
First round
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Semi-finals
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Final
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All-Ireland Under-21 Hurling Championship.
Semi-finals
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Final
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References.
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