How do I install the jira mcp server?

This profile does not contain a verified copy-paste launch configuration. Follow the current project documentation to confirm the runtime, entry point, transport and authentication before registering it in your client.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `JIRA_PROJECT`, `JIRA_CONFIG_FILE` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Jira MCP Server

Jira CLI as an MCP

Local serverstdioPython

What is the Jira MCP Server?

Jira CLI as an MCP

What it actually does

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that wraps the Jira CLI tool, exposing Jira commands through MCP resources, tools, and prompts for AI assistant integration.

MCP Resources — Access Jira data through standardized URL endpoints
MCP Tools — Execute Jira commands (create issues, edit, assign, etc.)
MCP Prompts — Use templates for common Jira workflows
Authentication — Uses existing Jira CLI authentication
Project Configuration — Customize default project and config

Configuration

Python 3.11+ - Jira CLI installed and configured - Access to a Jira instance

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
create_issue	Create a new Jira issue
edit_issue	Edit an existing Jira issue
assign_issue	Assign issue to a user
move_issue	Move/transition issue to new status
add_comment	Add comment to issue
search_issues_tool	Search issues with flexible criteria
clone_issue	Clone an existing issue
link_issues	Link two issues
create_epic	Create a new epic
add_to_sprint	Add issues to sprint

Configuration

Python 3.11+ - Jira CLI installed and configured - Access to a Jira instance

Variable	Description	Required
JIRA_PROJECT	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
JIRA_CONFIG_FILE	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use Jira to create issue.”
“Use Jira to edit issue.”
“Use Jira to assign issue.”

Frequently asked questions

Jira CLI as an MCP Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.