Jira MCP Server

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About Jira MCP Server

MCP server that allows interaction with Jira using natural language

#jira #mcp-server #project-management

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Overview

What is Jira MCP Server?

An MCP server that provides tools for managing Jira projects, issues, and workflows. It enables project creation, issue and subtask management, issue linking and dependencies, and automated workflows. Designed for Jira users and developers who want to interact with Jira through AI assistants or programmatic agents.

How to use Jira MCP Server?

Configure the server by setting three environment variables: JIRA_HOST (your Jira instance hostname), JIRA_EMAIL (your account email), and JIRA_API_TOKEN (generated from Atlassian API tokens page). Once configured, use the provided tools with JSON parameters for user management, issue type listing, issue retrieval (with optional JQL filtering), issue creation (including subtasks), updates, linking, and deletion.

Key features of Jira MCP Server

Create and manage Jira issues and subtasks
Link issues with dependencies (e.g., Blocks)
Filter issues using JQL queries
Retrieve user account IDs by email
Update issue fields and transition statuses
Delete issues with or without their subtasks

Use cases of Jira MCP Server

Automate creation of tasks, bugs, and stories from a chat interface
Manage project dependencies by linking blocking and blocked issues
Bulk update issue statuses, priorities, or assignees via natural language
Integrate Jira workflows into AI-powered development assistants
Query and report on project issues using JQL filters

Frequently asked questions

What version of the Jira API does the server use?

It references the Jira REST API documentation for version 7.12.0.

How do I authenticate with Jira?

Provide your Jira instance hostname, your email, and an API token generated from https://id.atlassian.com/manage-profile/security/api-tokens.

Can I delete a subtask along with its parent issue?

Yes. The delete issue tool includes a `deleteSubtasks` parameter; set it to `true` to delete subtasks together with the issue.

What format is supported for the description field?

The description field supports markdown-style formatting including paragraphs, bullet lists, numbered lists, and headers ending with a colon.

What error messages does the server provide?

It returns detailed error messages for invalid issue keys, missing required fields, permission issues, and API rate limits.

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