How to add a start date to a jira epic
- George Apostolov
How to add a start date to a jira epic: step-by-step guide
On your Backlog page, go to View Settings and enable the Epic Panel.
Click on the small arrow to unravel the Epic tile.
Hit View all details.
The detailed view will open on the right. Scroll down.
Find the Start Date row.
Set the Desired Date.
Quick answer: To add a start date to a Jira epic, go to the Backlog page and enable the Epic Panel in View Settings. Unravel the Epic tile using the small arrow, click View all details, scroll down the right-side detailed view, find the Start Date row, and set your desired date.
About this Jira tutorial
Add a start date to your Jira epic by enabling the Epic panel, opening epic details, and selecting the date in the sidebar. This guide shows how to add a start date to a jira epic in 6 steps, starting with "On your Backlog page, go to View Settings and enable the Epic Panel " and finishing with "Set the Desired Date". 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 start date to a jira epic?
6 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 Status Category in Jira, How to Add a Status to a Column in Jira and How to Add a Story to an Epic in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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