I am facing a problem. My all income comes from interests on FDs as I have no pension. Most FDs mature after 2-3 years. I have a few FDs whose interest is credited quarterly in my SB A/C to meet daily expenses. As the TDS is deducted by banks on accrued income every March end, the value of FD reduces by TDS amount & hence final maturity value becomes much less than what it should be. Why income tax on accrued income & not on real income at the time of maturity of FD? May be it can be made as an option at the time of investment?