On the night of December 6, 2011, the Ecuadorian Football Federation determined that the format for 2012 will the same as the previous season.
The first stage (Spanish: Primera Etapa) began on February 3 and ended on July 8.
The second stage (Spanish: Segunda Etapa) began on July 13 and ended on December 2.
By having the greater number of points in the aggregate table, Independiente José Terán will play the second leg at home.
By having the greater number of points in the aggregate table, Emelec will play the second leg at home.