How to Add a New Issue Type in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Add a New Issue Type in Jira: step-by-step guide
Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner.
Select 'Issues'.
In the Issues section on the left-hand side, click on 'Add issue type'.
Enter a name and description for the new issue type and select the issue type. Click 'Add' to confirm.
Under the same 'Issues' menu, click 'Issue type schemes' on the left side.
Once the new issue type is created, associate the new issue type by clicking the ellipsis icon of your preferred project and select 'Edit'.
Click 'Add all' to add the new issue to the current scheme.
Click 'Save' to apply changes.
Quick answer: To add a new issue type in Jira, click the gear icon, select Issues, and click Add issue type. Enter the details and click Add. Next, click Issue type schemes, edit your project, click Add all, and click Save to apply the changes.
About this Jira tutorial
Create and configure a new issue type in Jira by updating your project scheme settings. This guide shows how to add a New Issue Type in Jira in 8 steps, starting with "Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner" and finishing with "Click 'Save' to apply changes". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Jira interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a New Issue Type in Jira?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Jira data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Jira. Related guides: How to Add a New Status in Jira, How to Add Parent Link in Jira and How to Add a Priority in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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