How to Create Recurring Tasks in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Create Recurring Tasks in Jira: step-by-step guide
Log in to your Jira account and go to Project Settings at the top right.
Find and select Automation from the left sidebar.
Click on the Create Rule button to define your automation.
Start by adding a trigger.
Select Scheduled to have for your recurring tasks.
Give a Start and End date.
And set the frequency of the occurrence.
Lastly, set the action you want to have repeated.
Quick answer: To create recurring tasks in Jira, log in and open Project Settings, select Automation, and click Create Rule. Add a Scheduled trigger, set the Start and End dates, define the frequency, and choose the repeating action to complete your setup.
About this Jira tutorial
Automate recurring tasks in Jira by configuring a scheduled rule, setting dates, defining frequency, and choosing your repeating actions. This guide shows how to create Recurring Tasks in Jira in 8 steps, starting with "Log in to your Jira account and go to Project Settings at the top right" and finishing with "Lastly, set the action you want to have repeated". 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 Recurring Tasks 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 Create Reports in Jira Service Management, How to create subtask in jira and How to create swimlanes in jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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