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How to Start a Sprint in Jira

Updated on:
May 25, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to launch a sprint from your Jira scrum backlog.

Quick summary

Starting a sprint in Jira takes just a few steps from the Backlog view of your scrum board. Configure your sprint details — name, dates, and goal — then click Start to activate your team's workflow.


Steps

  1. In your Jira scrum board, go to the top menu bar and click Backlog.
  2. Find the sprint you want to start and review the work items under it, making any necessary adjustments.
  3. Click the Start Sprint button once you are ready to proceed.
  4. Fill out the required input fields: Sprint Name, Duration, Start Date, End Date, and Sprint Goal.
  5. Click Start to confirm and launch the sprint.
  6. Your Jira Sprint is now active based on your configuration.

📌 Why this matters

Starting a sprint in Jira is a foundational step for any agile team using scrum methodology. Jira's sprint management feature lets teams define clear goals, set time-boxed iterations, and track progress across all work items in one centralized board. By configuring sprint name, dates, and goals before launching, teams align on priorities and improve delivery predictability. This workflow is essential for product managers, scrum masters, and developers who rely on Jira to manage agile project execution efficiently.
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