The 1982–83 season was the 86th season of competitive football in Scotland.

[1] In a tightly fought contest Dundee United won their maiden Scottish league title.

The league remained undecided until the last day of the season with Aberdeen, Celtic and Dundee United in contention.

On the final day Celtic beat Rangers 4–2 and Aberdeen beat Hibernian 5–0, Dundee United held their nerve to win a historic first championship after beating local rivals Dundee 2–1 at Dens Park.

Champions: Dundee United Relegated: Morton, Kilmarnock Promoted: St. Johnstone, Hearts Relegated: Dunfermline Athletic, Queen's Park Promoted: Brechin City, Meadowbank Thistle Key: 1982–83 Aberdeen F.C.