The 1982–83 season was the 37th season in Rijeka’s history and their 21st season in the Yugoslav First League.

Their 12th place finish in the 1981–82 season meant it was their ninth successive season playing in the Yugoslav First League.

Source: rsssf.com Source: rsssf.com Competitive matches only.

Appearances in brackets indicate numbers of times the player came on as a substitute.