PowerBI MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install PowerBI in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add gurvinder-dhillon-powerbi -e POWERBI_TENANT_ID=... -e POWERBI_CLIENT_ID=... -e POWERBI_CLIENT_SECRET=... -- uvx powerbi-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gurvinder-dhillon-powerbi": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "powerbi-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "POWERBI_TENANT_ID": "...",
        "POWERBI_CLIENT_ID": "...",
        "POWERBI_CLIENT_SECRET": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the PowerBI MCP server do?

PowerBI REST API integration. Query workspaces, datasets, and execute DAX queries via MCP.

Is the PowerBI MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does PowerBI run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add PowerBI to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add gurvinder-dhillon-powerbi -e POWERBI_TENANT_ID=... -e POWERBI_CLIENT_ID=... -e POWERBI_CLIENT_SECRET=... -- uvx powerbi-mcp

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