Raj-Pracha re-grouped for the new setup and relocated to the Nonthaburi district on the outskirts of Bangkok and were accordingly renamed to give themselves closer ties to the area.

Most of the clubs did have previous experience in the Thai football league system, which went against the trend compared to the other regional divisions at this level.

In return, Look Isan-Thai Airways joined the league after relegation the 1st Division where they were then known as Thai Airways-Ban Bueng.

Nonthaburi and North Bangkok College joined the league during its expansion, whereas Sarawitaya withdrew after one campaign.

Bangkok and Rangsit University JW fared poorly in the championship stage, both coming 4th in their respect groups, however this secured them both a place in the end of season Division 1 relegation playoffs, of which both won and secured promotion.