People who face job separation due to a federal contract/grant ending should file a regular unemployment claim and report the employer they recently separated from. This would be the employer that paid your wages. Below, you’ll find some resources to help you get started.
Please keep your NCSUITS email addresses and other contact information current. Keeping your email addresses up to date helps you get important notices.
Be alert to fraud scams! DES won’t contact you about unclaimed benefits or ask for your password/user-ID. Learn more
2Q2026 delinquent notices were sent Aug. 21. Please file your missing reports ASAP in NCSUITS. Paper filers: Due to high paper report volume, delays are expected—no need to call.
The UI Support Centers will be closed on Thurs., Sept. 10 for staff training. We will reopen and resume normal hours on Fri., Sept. 11 at 8 a.m. Thank you for your understanding.