Is is mandatory to open Capital gain account ?

SHIRISH S S (Proprietor) (1030 Points)

27 June 2023  

I purchased a house in 1988 for 1.75 Lakhs. I sold the house on 25/06/23 (sale deed was registered).

I dont want to purchase a new House but will invest 50L in Capital gains bond within six months. 

Whether I need need to Open capital gains account to put my sales proceeds?.