It is the club's first-ever season in this league, having been relegated from the 2.

The club also took part in the 2012–13 edition of the DFB-Pokal, the German Cup, where it reached the second round and will face 2.

[1] Karlsruher SC also takes part in the 2012–13 edition of the North Baden Cup, having reached the second round against 1.

FC Bruchsal after a 2–0 win over SpVgg Neckarelz in the first round.

[2] Win Draw Loss Postponed As of 25 November 2012[update][3]