Mcp Jira Server
Let your coding agent read and update issues on a self-hosted Jira using a Personal Access Token instead of copying ticket text by hand.
Overview
mcp-jira-server is a MCP server for the Build phase that connects self-hosted Jira to your agent using Personal Access Token authentication.
What is this MCP server?
- Targets self-hosted Jira with PAT authentication (no Atlassian Cloud OAuth flow in the manifest)
- Stdio MCP package via npm (mcp-jira-server)
- Requires JIRA_BASE_URL and secret JIRA_PAT environment variables
- Version 1.0.1 server schema for agent-driven ticket workflows
- Bridges indie builders who already run internal Jira with AI-assisted coding
- Server version 1.0.1
- Two required env vars: JIRA_BASE_URL and JIRA_PAT
- npm registry package identifier: mcp-jira-server
What problem does it solve?
You track work in self-hosted Jira but your agent cannot see or update tickets without brittle copy-paste and manual status changes.
Who is it for?
Builders on private Jira URLs who want agent-assisted ticket triage, summaries, and updates during feature work.
Skip if: Teams on Jira Cloud needing OAuth apps only, or anyone without permission to create a Jira PAT.
What do I get? / Deliverables
After registration, your agent can call Jira through MCP using your PAT so implementation work stays tied to real issue keys and descriptions.
- Live MCP connection to your Jira instance
- Agent-callable Jira operations aligned with your PAT scope
- Faster ticket-driven implementation without manual context export
Recommended MCP Servers
Journey fit
How it compares
Jira integration MCP, not a standalone planning skill or a GitHub Issues server.
Common Questions / FAQ
Who is mcp-jira-server for?
Developers using self-hosted Jira who want Claude Code, Cursor, or other MCP clients to interact with issues via a Personal Access Token.
When should I use mcp-jira-server?
Use it in the build phase when you implement from Jira tickets and want the agent to pull context, draft updates, or sync status without leaving the editor.
How do I add mcp-jira-server to my agent?
Install the npm package mcp-jira-server, add a stdio MCP server entry, and set JIRA_BASE_URL and JIRA_PAT in the agent’s environment before restarting MCP.