09 June 2010
Interest earned is taxable as income from other sources. you hav got two options: 1) show the income on accrual basis & don't pay tax when it is received on maturity. 2) include in the income only on maturity & pay tax accordingly.
There is one problem. BAnk is going to deduct TDS on the interest income on maturity. If you go by Option(2) no probs. If you opt for Option 1 & want Bank not to deduct TDS (as taking refund could be time taking), then you need to submit a prescribed form to the bank with AO's approval. So it's upto you to decide.