How to Create a Test Cycle in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Create a Test Cycle in Jira: step-by-step guide
Go to the Jira project where you want to create a test cycle.
In the project sidebar, look for the 'Zephyr Scale'.
Click on 'Test Cycles'.
click on the 'Create New Cycle' button, usually located at the top right.
Configure the cycle. Add a name, description and other details such as planned start date and end date.
After configuring the details, click 'Create'.
Once the cycle is created, you can add test cases to it by selecting them from your test repository or directly from the test cycle screen.
Quick answer: To create a test cycle in Jira, navigate to your project, select Zephyr Scale in the sidebar, and click Test Cycles. Click Create New Cycle, enter your configuration details including name and dates, and click Create. Finally, add test cases from your repository or the test cycle screen.
About this Jira tutorial
Set up a new test cycle in Jira by configuring details in Zephyr Scale and adding test cases from your repository. This guide shows how to create a Test Cycle in Jira in 7 steps, starting with "Go to the Jira project where you want to create a test cycle" and finishing with "Once the cycle is created, you can add test cases to it by selecting them from your tes...". 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 Test Cycle in Jira?
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 Create a Test Plan in Jira, How to Create Workstream in Jira and How to Create Advanced Roadmap in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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