| Singles | |
|---|---|
| 2013 Aircel Chennai Open | |
| Champion |
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| Runner-up |
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| Final score | 3–6, 6–1, 6–3 |
| Draw | 28 (4Q / 3WC) |
| Seeds | 8 |
Milos Raonic was the defending champion, but chose to compete in Brisbane instead.
Janko Tipsarević won the title, defeating Roberto Bautista-Agut 3–6, 6–1, 6–3 in the final.
The top four seeds received a bye into the second round.