What to Expect When Filing Taxes This Year
Timeline
Opening and Processing:
- NCDOR began accepting 2024 Individual Income tax returns January 27, 2025.
- NCDOR began issuing 2024 Individual Income tax refunds on March 10, 2025. The latest information about refunds can be found on our refund page.
- NCDOR began accepting electronic 2024 Corporate Income and Franchise, Partnership Income, and Estates and Trusts Income tax returns on January 15.
Due Date: For calendar year taxpayers, the due date to file income tax returns is Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
Reminder: Eligible taxpayers impacted by Hurricane Helene qualify for state tax relief, including the removal of the penalties for failure to file a return and for failure to pay a tax when due provided the income tax return is filed or the tax is paid by September 25, 2025.
The latest information about refunds can be found on our refund page.
eFile Your Return
NCDOR encourages taxpayers to use electronic filing rather than paper filing. eFiling ensures a faster refund and is the most secure way to file. Paper returns will not be processed earlier than electronic returns.
There are several options to eFile your return for free if you qualify. Or you may use approved third-party tax preparation software products to eFile.