How to create a team in jira
- George Apostolov
How to create a team in jira: step-by-step guide
Go to the Teams in the top nav bar.
Select Create Team from the dropdown.
Choose a new Team Name and start adding team members.
Hit Create a team button once done.
Your team is now created, you can click on View team on the success prompt to view your team members.
Quick answer: To create a team in Jira, go to Teams in the top nav bar, select Create Team from the dropdown, choose a team name and add members, and then hit the Create a team button to finish.
About this Jira tutorial
Set up a new group in Jira by navigating to the top nav bar, entering a team name, adding members, and clicking create. This guide shows how to create a team in jira in 5 steps, starting with "Go to the Teams in the top nav bar" and finishing with "Your team is now created, you can click on View team on the success prompt to view your...". 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 create a team in jira?
5 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 Create a Test Cycle in Jira, How to Create a Test Plan in Jira and How to Create Workstream in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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