It was a knockout competition for all the teams of the 2013–14 Hong Kong First Division League.
Unlike the previous season, the format will change back into a single-legged competition.
It will be the first time since the 2008–09 edition that lower divisions teams are involved in the competition.
The winner will guarantee a place in the 2013–14 Hong Kong season play-off.
Note: 1 4 teams that reach preliminary semi-finals are qualified for the proper round of the cup.