How to Change Jira Project from Kanban to Scrum
- George Apostolov
How to Change Jira Project from Kanban to Scrum: step-by-step guide
On the 'Boards' page, click 'Create board'.
Choose ' Create a Scrum board' as the board type.
Select 'Create board from an existing project'.
Click 'Next'.
Name the board and configure any other settings as needed.
Click 'Create board'.
By following these steps, you can effectively switch your Jira project from Kanban to Scrum, allowing your team to start using sprints and other Scrum-specific features.
Quick answer: To change a project from Kanban to Scrum in Jira, go to the Boards page and click Create board. Choose to create a Scrum board from an existing project, click Next, configure the board settings, and click Create board to finish.
About this Jira tutorial
Switch your Jira project from Kanban to Scrum by creating a new Scrum board linked to your existing project and configuring your board settings. This guide shows how to change Jira Project from Kanban to Scrum in 7 steps, starting with "On the 'Boards' page, click 'Create board'" and finishing with "By following these steps, you can effectively switch your Jira project from Kanban to S...". 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 change Jira Project from Kanban to Scrum?
7 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 Change Jira Theme, How to Change Language in Jira and How to Change Project Key in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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